50s Child's Winter Folk Hat - Wool Hand Knit Cap - Age 6 to 8 Fair Isle Canadian

Description

A picturesque child's hat with a folk art appeal, hand knitted in the 1950s in Canada. This charming girl's winter cap has braid trim with two long tails in back, and braided ties under the chin. A sweet couple hold hands in intarsia knit on the hat's back. This navy blue knit cap covers the ears nicely, and has a wonderful antique character.
Measurements
23 1/2 to 31 Inches Circumference at inside edge, 17 Inches Side to Side over the middle, 9 Inches Braided Tails Length
*likely best fits age 6 to 10
Era
1950s
Label
" 100% VIRGIN WOOL / Hand Knitted in Canada / For / Saks Fifth Ave " at inside back
Materials
Wool yarn and wool knit in navy blue, red, white
Closure
Self braided ties under the chin
Condition
Mint
Condition Detail
Probably never worn and like new
Washing Instructions
Dry clean if needed; or lukewarm hand wash (no agitation), shape and dry flat, steam if needed
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