Stunning museum quality 11 x 10“ wide authentic early early 19th century indigenous first nations Nootka whaling hat amazing patina and design
This came from an important collection and has been authenticated by the museum of anthropology in Vancouver
It is very very important piece of indigenous Canadian history
There are very very few known like this and a very similar one online is currently in the museum of Dublin and was given to them by captain Cook on his third voyage in the late 1700s
We believe this is a womans hat and probably From 1790 to 1820
It is in absolutely fabulous condition and has been well taken care of over the years
Please please do your research and ask questions if you have any before you purchase as pieces of this quality and fragility and value are final sale
