Vintage Fur Hat – The Curatorial Dept。An exquisite collection of 13 authentic mid-century women’s hats, complete with the original Strawbridge & Clothier department store hat box. These pieces capture the timeless glamour of the **1940s through early 1960s**, spanning the New Look and early Kennedy eras of fashion. Each hat reflects the craftsmanship and style of the period, featuring materials such as **fine net veiling, mink or fox fur trim, velvet bows, tulle, and satin**. The collection includes a range of **cocktail and church hats, fascinators, and fur-trimmed half hats**, all beautifully preserved and stored in the original round Strawbridge & Clothier hat box with rope handle. The box itself—striped in blue and ivory—is a collectible piece of Philadelphia retail history, marked with the store’s major mid-century locations (Philadelphia, Ardmore, Jenkintown, Wilmington, Cherry Hill). - 13 authentic mid-century women’s hats - Varied designs with veiling, bows, fur trims, and decorative pom details - Original *Strawbridge & Clothier* department store hat box included - Estimated production era: late 1940s to early 1960s All hats are in vintage condition with gentle age-related wear consistent with their age. Box shows some surface wear and edge scuffs. Half of box bottom is detached. Overall, a remarkable and cohesive historical set. A rare opportunity to own a complete mid-century millinery collection from one of Philadelphia’s most iconic department stores. From a smoke-free home.