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Hat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White mannequin head with no hair, smooth face and closed eyes. The mannequin displays a hat on top. The hat is made of various tan-colored materials, including lace, straw or fabric. The hat resembles a bird's nest or a bouquet of flowers. It is positioned on the mannequin's head, with some pieces extending to the left side. The background is a plain beige color.

Artwork details

Date:
1830s
Medium:
silk
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
502 × 625 px
Museum record:
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