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Woman's hat
Yves Saint Laurent (French (born in Algeria), 1936–2008)
Retailed by: Bonwit Teller and Co. (American, 1898–1990)
Retailed by: Bonwit Teller and Co. (American, 1898–1990)
French
1960s
Medium/Technique
Wool felt and silk twill
Dimensions
Overall: 12.7 x 61 cm (5 x 24 in.)
Credit Line
Gift from the Collection of Violet Manno Shumsky through her estate
Accession Number2008.150
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBlack felt beret with an attached cream silk scarf. Labeled: "Yves Saint Laurent/ Paris-New York/ Bonwit Teller" Stamped: "Luxuria imported body made in Italy"
ProvenanceInherited by the donor, Edward Shumsky, from his mother, Violet Manno Shumsky on November 11, 2005; Gift to the MFA (Accession date: April 23, 2008)