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Bretton Oak and Walnut Milliners Hat Form
Elmgarden
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Bretton Oak and Walnut Milliners Hat Form

19th century
For Sale by Elmgarden
Description

Bretton Oak and Walnut Milliners Hat Form

This is the Hat Block of a French Lace Cap much worn in the Bretton Region of France it is a superbly smooth shape and very attractive piece, the hat form is made in walnut on an oak stand

The Block is in good condition and has been treated for the French Wood Worm , it is 8” long, 19” high and 7” across

ZX135

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Wooden Milliners Hat Form to the 19th Century.

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SA1162359
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ZXZ135
Description
Bretton Oak and Walnut Milliners Hat Form
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This is the Hat Block of a French Lace Cap much worn in the Bretton Region of France it is a superbly smooth shape and very attractive piece, the hat form is made in walnut on an oak stand.
Elmgarden

The Block is in good condition and has been treated for the French Wood Worm , it is 8” long, 19” high and 7” across

ZX135

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Wooden Milliners Hat Form to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1162359
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ZXZ135
Elmgarden
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A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base.
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Archive I A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base.

Bretton Oak and Walnut Milliners Hat Form

Archive II A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base. View II
Archive III A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base.
Archive V A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base. View V
Archive VI A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base. View VI
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A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base.
Bretton Oak and Walnut Milliners Hat Form
Ref: SA1162359
A turned wooden milliners hat form featuring a rounded dome crown mounted on a slender pedestal stem and circular base.
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FAQs

Milliners hat forms, also known as hat blocks, were essential tools used by hatmakers to shape, steam, and structure wet felt, straw, or fabric into specific hat crowns and shapes during the manufacturing process.

Traditional hat blocks were carved from dense, durable hardwoods such as oak, walnut, beech, or lime. Hardwoods were preferred because they resisted warping under the heat and steam applied during hat construction.

Authentic pieces usually exhibit small pinholes from hatmakers securing fabrics, hand-carved construction seams, natural timber patination, and occasional stamped size or maker marks on the base or crown.

These items are styled as standalone sculptural objects on open shelving, sideboards, or console tables. They are frequently incorporated into decorative displays alongside art books, ceramics, and architectural fragments.

Keep timber hat stands away from direct heat sources and damp environments. Clean gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the wood grain.
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