Period: c. 1840-50 Dimensions:
H. 12.0in
W. 8.25in
Depth: 9.25in
The spray of old squaw duck feathers at the back of this hat symbolically and spiritually imparted bird's keen instincts to the hunter. The elegant feathers and their careful arrangement likely pleased the spirits. The hat reduced the sun's glare and protected the face from rain and snow.
