BORCHERT Antique Bowler, Berlin, ca. 1910 #antique tea dress jabots were used to give

jabots were used to give garments a special touch

it was intended to prevent illness and was explicitly recommended by doctors

this ensemble is ideal for collectors of Edwardian clothing

the garment remains in very good overall condition

BORCHERT Antique Bowler, Berlin, ca. 1910 #antique tea dress jabots were used to giveThis rare Bowler hat from C. W. Borchert, Berlin, is lined with fine silk and preserved in very good to excellent condition. The exterior shows only minimal ageappropriate signs of wear, consistent with careful longterm storage. The Bowler hatintroduced in the mid19th century and widely worn across Europewas valued for its durability, rounded hardfelt crown, and elegant yet practical design. It became a hallmark of both middleclass fashion and formal