Men's Straw Hat, ca. 1910

This rare Edwardian men’s straw hat, dating to circa 1910, is a distinctive example of early 20th-century French headwear, crafted in the shape of a pith helmet—a style often associated with colonial travel and tropical climates. Its structured form and lightweight material suggest it may have been worn in one of the French overseas territories, combining practicality with period elegance.

Discovered in an antique shop in France, the hat remains in good to very good condition, with its original shape and woven texture beautifully preserved. Remarkably, it is still wearable today, making it not only a collectible accessory but also a functional piece of Edwardian fashion.

This rare 1910s French straw pith hat is ideal for collectors of antique men’s hats, Edwardian travel attire, or museum-quality fashion artifacts, offering a tangible link to the style and colonial history of early 20th-century Europe.