Late 1920s Black Mexican Sombrero
Lot: 2095
18 Diameter.
Black felt, with extensive cotton embroidery of spread eagle with cord, stylized geometric motifs to back, and two horseshoes, Thread colors natural white, blue, light brown, yellow and pink. band of blue and white Xs to brim. The felted brim with black concentric banded stitching every 3/8.
Circa 1925-1930.
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.
The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Overall condition is good to very good. One light sploth / stain to brim near front ocrown. Other very light flecks of discoloration scattered toward back of brim. Pink trim to horseshoes is absent toward tops. Minor wear toward crown seam minor staining near wings of eagle and banderole.