Hat 1813 - 1823

This black velvet top hat, created by Caulier between 1813 and 1823, is a quintessential example of 19th-century men's fashion. The tall, cylindrical crown and wide brim were characteristic of the era and are on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The hat's simple yet elegant design speaks to the refined tastes of the time and reflects the growing importance of fashion as a form of self-expression.