{"product_id":"ceremonial-parade-hat-by-c-l-seifert-copenhagen-with-original-hat-box","title":"Ceremonial Parade Hat by C.L. Seifert, Copenhagen with Original Hat Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA remarkable Danish \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCeremonial parade hat attributed to the renowned Copenhagen maker C.L. Seifert, presented with an original A.F. Bodecker hat box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteeped in Danish ceremonial tradition, this striking parade hat was made by the celebrated Copenhagen hatmaker \u003cstrong\u003eC.L. Seifert\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose workshop has supplied military, royal, and ceremonial headwear for more than 150 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered in deep black felt and richly decorated with hand-applied silver bullion wire embroidery, braided trim, and an elaborate cockade, the hat possesses the quiet dignity and craftsmanship associated with traditional European ceremonial dress. Time has softened the materials, giving the piece a remarkable patina that speaks to its history and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hat is accompanied by a period paper hat box, making it an especially evocative display object. Whether displayed on a library shelf, within a cabinet of curiosities, or incorporated into an interior inspired by travel, history, or collecting, it immediately adds atmosphere and conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough created as ceremonial dress, today it is appreciated as decorative folk art, military history, and sculptural design all at once. Pieces of this character are increasingly difficult to find outside institutional collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minor losses and wear to the silver bullion braiding consistent with age and use. The original paper box shows significant age-related wear and remains an attractive companion to the hat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: 42 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstate collection. One available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: Many estate pieces, particularly furniture, artwork, mirrors, lighting, and other large or delicate objects, are available for local delivery only or may require a custom shipping quotation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor shipping inquiries, please email us at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@bontongoods.com\"\u003einfo@bontongoods.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53492856750427,"sku":null,"price":672.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/6655\/8363\/files\/00885327_1.jpg?v=1783014610","url":"https:\/\/www.bontongoods.com\/en-gb\/products\/ceremonial-parade-hat-by-c-l-seifert-copenhagen-with-original-hat-box","provider":"Bon Ton goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}