Walking Hat, ca. 1909

This antique walking hat, dating to circa 1909, is a striking example of Edwardian millinery, blending silk and straw in an artistic and asymmetrical design that reflects the fashion-forward sensibilities of the early 20th century. The hat pot, evocative of a bird’s nest, was intentionally shaped to accommodate the voluminous hairstyles of the period and was worn slightly to the side, in keeping with the stylish tilt favored by Edwardian women.

Crafted with attention to both form and texture, the hat’s asymmetry was not a flaw but a deliberate nod to the avant-garde elegance of the time. Measuring approx. 50 cm in head circumference, it remains in good to very good condition, with subtle signs of age and wear that speak to its authentic provenance.

This rare 1900s silk and straw walking hat is ideal for collectors of antique headwear, Edwardian fashion, or museum-quality millinery, offering a sculptural and stylish glimpse into the leisurewear aesthetics of turn-of-the-century Europe.