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Aluminium Milliners Hat Block Mould (10)
For sale by D and A Binder Ltd
for sale €527     $572
£450
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Aluminium Milliners Hat Block Mould (10)

1900 - 1920
Description

Check out this unique collection of highly polished 1920s milliner's hat moulds we acquired from a hat factory in Luton , recently used on film sets. These striking pieces are not just decorative, they’re perfect for showcasing luxury hats in shop windows, adding an eye catching element touch to any space. we have several different moulds available for £450 plus vat each.

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Aluminium Hat Block Mould to the 1920s.

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SA1147520
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Description
Check out this unique collection of highly polished 1920s milliner's hat moulds we acquired from a hat factory in Luton , recently used on film sets.
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These striking pieces are not just decorative, they’re perfect for showcasing luxury hats in shop windows, adding an eye catching element touch to any space.
D and A Binder Ltd

we have several different moulds available for £450 plus vat each.

Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Aluminium Hat Block Mould to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147520
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2015
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A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall.
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Archive I A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall.

Aluminium Milliners Hat Block Mould (10)

Archive II A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall. View II
Archive III A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall. View III
Archive IV A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall. View IV
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D and A Binder Ltd

D and A Binder Ltd
Telephone 020 7609 6300 or 07944 356 180
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101 Holloway Road
London
N7 8LT
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/danda
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Items For Sale 147
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D and A Binder Ltd
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A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall.
Aluminium Milliners Hat Block Mould (10)
Ref: SA1147520
A polished silver aluminium milliners hat block mould shaped like a fedora resting on a wooden surface in front of a brick wall.
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  • ObjectMillinery Moulds
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleIndustrial
  • MaterialAluminium
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFedora crown contour, Wide brim profile, Hollow pedestal base
  • SizeH 26 cm (10 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

This industrial 1920s milliner's hat block mould originates from a hat factory in Luton and saw recent use on film sets. Formed from solid aluminium, the piece exhibits a highly polished silver finish that reflects light across its metallic surfaces. The design includes a fedora crown contour with distinct indented shaping, a wide brim profile, and a hollow pedestal base perforated with rectangular cut-outs. Measuring 26 cm high, 31 cm wide and 32 cm deep, the object presents substantial weight and a sculptural silhouette suited to commercial or residential display. Placed in a modern interior, the mould functions effectively upon a sideboard top or desk as a decorative focal point or as an industrial prop. The metallic construction and factory provenance lend an authentic workshop aesthetic to contemporary spaces.

FAQs

Aluminium hat block moulds were industrial manufacturing tools used by milliners and hatters to shape, press, and steam felt or straw into specific hat profiles during the 20th century.

Metal hat moulds were typically sand-cast using molten aluminium or brass, then hand-tooled, machined, and polished to produce a smooth, seamless surface capable of withstanding high heat and pressure.

Authentic pieces often display cast maker marks, size numbers, or internal structural cavities designed to fit onto steaming machinery, alongside minor surface wear from historic industrial use.

Metal hat blocks function as sculptural tabletop objects, bookends, or feature display items on bookshelves, sideboards, and desk surfaces within modern or industrial interior settings.

Clean the surface with a soft dry cloth to remove dust, and apply a non-abrasive metal polish or specialised aluminium cleaner periodically to preserve the reflective shine.
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