Antique Korean gat, a tall cylindrical hat woven of horsehair with a wide brim. Framed with thin, black lacquered bamboo and with a ribbon for securing under the chin. Black gat were traditionally reserved for men of noble status who had passed the gwageo civil service exams. This hat comes with a custom metal stand. Age: Jeoson Dynasty (19th century) Dimensions: 7 1/2" high (25" high on stand) x 16 1/4" wide