Mantel

Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-06 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-04-03

Identity

Milliner who sends hats to Marie.

Diary References

1874

• April 3: Sent Marie a hat that didn't suit her - she returned it and awaits another.

Context

• Hat maker/milliner
• Remote ordering service (sends hats)
• Marie particular about fit
• Part of fashion supply network
• Name suggests French or German origin

Research Notes

• 1870s millinery trade
• Fashion commerce in Nice
• Remote/mail order fashion