Krave Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
This scarce top hat block would have originally been used to make and shape top hats.

Dimensions: Length: 32.5 cm (12 3/4"). Width: 24.5 cm (9 1/2"). Height of hat block only: 26 cm (10 1/4").
Total height including stand: 63 cm (24 3/4").
Total weight: 6.6 kg.
Condition: Wonderful decorative antique condition with signs of use in keeping with age. The usual pin holes, splits, cracks and lots of age related wear leaving a wonderful patina and look.
Please note that only the hat block with stand are included and any other items in the pictures are for scale only.
Krave Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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