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A Good Quality 19th Century Leather Hat Box and One Metal
Elmgarden
for sale €644     $699
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A Good Quality 19th Century Leather Hat Box and One Metal

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Elmgarden
Description

A Good Quality 19th Century Leather Hat Box and One Metal

This is a sturdy piece it is made from very stiff leather and protects it contents well, the case has a flat studded bottom with a hinged lid and it is beautifully lined in linen with pockets

The Case is in sound condition, perhaps a bit shabby in appearance with tatty luggage labels but has much more working life ahead and could be polished if preferred. The leather hat box comes with a little brother in metal, by Locke & CO, Hatters which has a Brass name plate and is lined in velvet

The Case is 11” high and 18” x 16”, and the metal box is 6” high and 11” in diameter

WE42

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Antique Leather Hat Box to the 1910s.

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SA1126067
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WE42
Description
A Good Quality 19th Century Leather Hat Box and One Metal
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This is a sturdy piece it is made from very stiff leather and protects it contents well, the case has a flat studded bottom with a hinged lid and it is beautifully lined in linen with pockets.
Elmgarden
fig 1. A nineteenth-century tan leather hat box featuring travel stickers and a leather handle, topped with a smaller black metal hat case.
fig 1. A Good Quality 19th Century Leather Hat Box and One Metal

The Case is in sound condition, perhaps a bit shabby in appearance with tatty luggage labels but has much more working life ahead and could be polished if preferred. The leather hat box comes with a little brother in metal, by Locke & CO, Hatters which has a Brass name plate and is lined in velvet

The Case is 11” high and 18” x 16”, and the metal box is 6” high and 11” in diameter

WE42

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Antique Leather Hat Box to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1126067
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WE42
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Hampshire
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A nineteenth-century tan leather hat box featuring travel stickers and a leather handle, topped with a smaller black metal hat case.
A Good Quality 19th Century Leather Hat Box and One Metal
Ref: SA1126067
A nineteenth-century tan leather hat box featuring travel stickers and a leather handle, topped with a smaller black metal hat case.
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Hat boxes became popular in the nineteenth century as formal headwear such as top hats and bonnets required sturdy protection during travel. Crafted from durable materials like bridle leather or sheet metal, these containers were essential accessories for prosperous Victorian and Edwardian travellers.

Traditional Victorian hat boxes were typically constructed from heavy hide leather with hand-stitched seams, or formed from japanned tin and iron. Interior linings often featured fabric, velvet, or paper, while latches and handles were crafted from brass, iron, or reinforced leather.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples feature thick hand-stitched leather edging, natural surface patination, and heavy brass or iron hardware. Period details such as original travel labels, maker stamps, or historical monogramming further confirm age and origin.

Antique hat boxes function as decorative accents when stacked on sideboards, console tables, or deep window sills. They bring rich texture to traditional, coastal, or eclectic interiors while offering subtle concealed storage for small household items.

Leather surfaces should be dusted regularly with a dry cloth and treated periodically with a specialised leather balm to prevent drying and cracking. Metal cases require gentle cleaning with a dry cloth to prevent rust, and both should be kept away from direct heat sources and damp environments.
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