Woman's hat
Flirtette Creation, New York
mid–1960s
Medium/Techniqueplastic braid and cotton velvet; synthetic net (foundation)
DimensionsDiameter: 533.4 mm (21 in.)
Credit LineGift of Lucille Spagnuolo and Fran Martuscello in memory of Mary Martuscello
Accession number2006.2164
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Description"Space Age" hats like this one incorporated modern materials such as plastics and PVC vinyl, applied in bold geometric forms influenced by Pop and Op Art. This hat features a graphic black and white pattern that embraces the youthfulness and futuristic aesthetic championed by a new wave of young designers in the 1960s.
ProvenancePurchased and worn by Mary Martuscello, donor's mother. Inherited by Lucille Spagnuolo. Gift to MFA January 24, 2007.
early 19th century
