Vintage 1940s Black Brushed Silk Top Hat by Christys London Size 6 3/4 42 Bust: 40" around

Bust: 40" around

so the blouse has to slip on over the head as there are no other closures - please take this into account when considering size

is very typical of Robert Larin

Hips:  36” - 38” around

Sizing: Size 44 regular is indicated

Vintage 1940s Black Brushed Silk Top Hat by Christys London Size 6 3/4 42 Bust: 40" aroundThis is a very nice quality black brushed silk top hat dating to the 1940s that belonged to a very influential Canadian lawyer. Brushed silk was developed to replicate the look of beaver fur. This hat was sold by Gerald Preston of 109 Sparks St, Ottawa Gerald Preston was at that location between 1939 and 1948, so it is easy to date the hat to that time period. The hat was made in England by Christys of London, well known for making quality hats. The