This little 1940's hat appears to be a home sewn piece, very much in the Make Do and Mend style.
Made from inky black felt it has been entirely home sewn and has some quirky construction points!
It features a little crown with a down turned brim, which is slightly wider in the front, and is finished off with a little cluster of tassels.
Measurements
It is a small piece, obviously custom made, and works on up to a 21" head.
Inner band 20"
Width 8.5"
Depth 9"
Deepest point of crown in the front 3.5"
Condition
There are a few broken strips of thread in the tassel which means some are slightly shorter than most. Some of the hand stitching is visible, especially on the inner.