Antique Rubans De Paris Milliners Block & Christys London Top Hat.

Stock Number: RTHB1463

£195.00 GBP

This wonderfully decorative hat block and top hat display piece dates from the early 20th century and includes a wooden hat block which is nicely marked on the base for Rubans De Paris 39a Maddox St W1 (Corner of St Georges St) together with a small size Christys' top hat that has lots of attractive wear.

Rubans De Paris were a London based milliner and draper in the early 1900's.

Christys' are one of the top hat maker's who have been making hats since 1773.

A very nice quality block and hat set that would make a super decorative shop display or a wonderful piece for the home.

Date: Early 20th century.

Marks: Rubans De Paris 39a Maddox St W1 (Corner of St Georges St).

English manufacture. Christys' London.

Size of hat block:

Circumference at base - 56 cm (22") approx.

Circumference at top - 48 cm (19") approx.

Height - 16 cm (6 1/4") approx.

Hat size: UK 6 5/8. 54 cm circumference. 15 cm high.

Weight: 2.94 kg approx.

Only the hat block and top hat are included. Any other items shown in the pictures are for display only and not included.

Condition: Hat block is in very good used vintage condition with signs of use in keeping with age. The usual pin holes, small splits, cracks and age related wear leaving a wonderful patina. The hat has lots of attractive all over wear, fraying and some staining. Please see pictures.

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