Woman's hat

Designed by: Adolfo Sardiña, known as Adolfo (American (born in Cuba), 1933–2021)
Retailed by: Filenes Department Store, Boston (American, founded 1911)

American

about 1968

Object Place: New York, New York, United States

Medium/Technique Cotton velveteen

Dimensions Other (outer circumference): 116.8 cm (46 in.)

Credit Line Gift of Susan Ward

Accession Number2004.503

NOT ON VIEW

CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles

ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionWoman's hat with quilted white velveteen brim and crown of patchwork design in quilted white, turquoise, gold, and chocolate brown velveteen; chocolate brown satin bow at back; lined with black taffeta and black grosgrain ribbon headband. Labeled: "Adolfo, New York, Paris" and "French Shops, Filene's Boston"

ProvenancePurchased through internet auction, 2004; Gift to the MFA, June 23, 2004