German Goldhaube Sequined Hats

These rare pair modeling falcon heads are made of silvered sequins and Japanese gold thread.

• Sold as a set of 2.
• The slow decline of traditional costumes starting in the 19th century brought most gold bonnets to the brink of extinction.
• Worn by women of the wealthy middle class in Austria and southern Germany for festive occasions, a single bonnet can take a hundred hours to make.
• On custom mounts.