Top hat by A.F. Bodecker, circa 1900

This top hat was made in Stockholm around 1900 by the milliner A.F. Bodecker, who founded his business in 1851. The hat was personalised at the time with the initials E. H. P. (i.e. it was made for one person).
Condition: Considering its age, it is in good condition, with no damage and only minor deformation, which can be easily remedied with a little steam and skilled hands.
Dimensions: Height 17 cm, length (front point to back point of brim) 29 cm, brim width 22 cm, inner circumference 56 cm