Black Hat in Red and Gold Hatbox Limoges Box
A black hat sits inside a red and gold hatbox, ready for a day at the races or a grand afternoon tea. It is a hand-painted porcelain Limoges box made in Limoges, France, with the confident colors of a Paris milliner's shop.
Straight From the Milliner
For generations, a fine hat came home in its own round box, and the hatbox became a fashion statement of its own. Here the red and gold box frames the black hat like a jewel in its case, a smart combination that looks dressed for an occasion.
Hats Off to These Moments
It is a natural for a Kentucky Derby party, a Royal Ascot fan, or a friend who never leaves for church without a hat. Set it on a vanity, a dressing room shelf or a hall table beside a mirror. It also makes a thank-you for a costume designer or a milliner who made a wedding hat, and it is a nice birthday nod for anyone who loves vintage fashion.
The Fashion Closet
- Hand-painted porcelain from Limoges, France
- Fits a hat, fashion or millinery grouping
- Pairs with purse, shoe and perfume bottle boxes
From Kaolin to Collector
Porcelain has come out of Limoges since the late 1700s, made possible by the kaolin deposits found in the region.