Lot 178

Price Realized:  $222
Freeblown Nailsea Type Hat Whimsey, Similar in form to McK plate 75, #14
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Lot: 178 Freeblown Nailsea Type Hat Whimsey, possibly England, 1840-1860. Tall top hat form, deep olive green with milkglass inclusions in crown, tooled flared brim - pontil scar, ht. 3 1/8 inches, brim dia. 2 7/8 inches. Similar in form to McK plate 75, #14 Purchased in Edinburgh. An extremely crude and early Nailsea hat. Fine condition. Dr. Paul S. Andreson collection.
Estimate: $300 - $600  Minimum bid: $150
Price Realized:  $222