Tall Hat Collection

Woman in decolletage dress, era of Marie Antoinette
5893581 Woman in decolletage dress, era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Woman in pouf hairstyle with tall hat, striped dress with low-cut decolletage bodice a la Peruvienne)

Milkmaid of Cauderan counting coins, Bordeaux, France, 19th century. She wears a tall bonnet in batiste lace covered
FLO4658289 Milkmaid of Cauderan counting coins, Bordeaux, France, 19th century. She wears a tall bonnet in batiste lace covered with a Bearn fichu, check fichu, striped jacket, apron and petticoat

Woman of Schweinfurt, Bavaria, Germany, 19th century. She wears a tall hat trimmed with lace
FLO4658166 Woman of Schweinfurt, Bavaria, Germany, 19th century. She wears a tall hat trimmed with lace and decorated with ribbons

Grand Vizier to Sultan Selim III, Ottoman Empire
6339788 Grand Vizier to Sultan Selim III, Ottoman Empire by Dalvimart, Octavian (18th century) (after); (add.info.: Grand Vizier to Sultan Selim III, Ottoman Empire)

Young girl of Timbuktu, Mali
6339072 Young girl of Timbuktu, Mali by Hendrickx, Henri & Vermocken, Edouard (19th century); (add.info.: Young girl of Timbuktu, Mali)

Dandy Man, New Year Card (chromolitho)
730978 Dandy Man, New Year Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dandy Man)

A chef at work. 23rd July 1937

Joseph Explaining Dreams Jacob Story Joseph 1532
Artokoloro

female hair tied back bald male facing 1645 Etching
Artokoloro

Bearded man shown half-length bundle slung right shoulderblade
Artokoloro

Beggar in a high cap, c. 1630 (etching)
XJF416579 Beggar in a high cap, c.1630 (etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Portrait of a Munich Aristocrat, 1559 (oil on panel)
XKH179052 Portrait of a Munich Aristocrat, 1559 (oil on panel) by Muelich or Mielich, Hans (1516-73); 85.6x67.5 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Tartar or Uzbek Man (lithograph)
BAL109996 Tartar or Uzbek Man (lithograph) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); 24.3x13.9 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

King Arthur fights the Emperor Lucius, 13th century. King Arthur page 48

Illustration with Joseph Chamberlain
Joseph Chamberlain viewing the consequences to the British working classes of Balfours proposal to broaden the basis of taxation, 1903

Post Mothu et Doria: scenes impressionnistes, illustration by ophile-Alexandre Steinlen, poster, 1893
Posters, France, 19th century. Mothu et Doria: scenes impressionnistes. Illustration by Theophile-Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923), 1893

Caricature of Parisians having dinner in rue Saint Jacques, circa 1845
France, 19th century. Caricature of Parisians having dinner in rue Saint Jacques, circa 1845

The interval at theatre, color engraving by Marcelle L Ancelot from drawing by Jean Beraud
France, 19th century. The interval at the theatre. Color engraving by Marcelle L Ancelot from a drawing by Jean Beraud

First World War - I want you for U. S. Army, recruitment poster, illustration by James Montgomery Flagg, 1917
United States of America, 20th century, First World War - I want you for U.S. Army. Recruitment poster, illustration by James Montgomery Flagg (1877-1960), 1917

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In the diverse tapestry of cultures and eras, one common thread emerges - the tall hat. From the opulent harem of the Sultan to the bustling streets of Bordeaux, this headpiece has adorned heads with elegance and style. Imagine yourself transported to 19th-century France, where a milkmaid in Cauderan meticulously counts her coins. Her attire is complete with a tall bonnet in delicate batiste lace, accentuated by a Bearn fichu. The checkered fichu adds a touch of charm to her striped jacket, apron, and petticoat. Across borders in Bavaria, Germany, another woman proudly dons a tall hat trimmed with lace and adorned with ribbons. Her white fichu gracefully tucks into a low-cut bodice while her skirt matches perfectly. A two-tone apron completes her ensemble as she goes about her daily tasks. Journeying further eastward brings us to the Ottoman Empire's grand vizier serving Sultan Selim III. His towering hat signifies his esteemed position within the royal court as he advises on matters of utmost importance. But it's not just adults who embrace this fashion statement; even young girls from Timbuktu in Mali wear their own version of the tall hat. Symbolizing tradition and cultural heritage, these hats add vibrancy to their outfits while celebrating their unique identity. Not limited to gender or occupation, dandy men also sport these fashionable accessories during New Year celebrations. Their flamboyant style captures attention as they welcome fresh beginnings with panache. Even culinary arts have witnessed the presence of this iconic headgear through time. In July 1937, an expert chef effortlessly creates gastronomic wonders while wearing his trusty tall hat - an emblematic symbol denoting mastery over flavors and techniques. The influence extends beyond clothing choices too; artistic depictions throughout history showcase individuals like Joseph explaining dreams or bald males facing various challenges - all with the tall hat as a defining feature.