73.6.406

Images (4)

First_Rotation_040 Left to right 81.69.20 (hat), 94.67.1 (hat), 73.6.406 (hat), 2005.6.1B (textile wall), 2005.6.1A (textile wall), P91.26.2 (black dress), 2005.23.1 (dress)

First_Rotation_55 81.69.20 (hat), 94.67.1 (hat), 73.6.406 (hat), 2005.6.1B (textile wall), 2005.6.1A (textile wall)

First_Rotation_49 Left to right 86.142.3 (velvet coat), 72.81.23 (coat), 81.69.20 (hat), 94.67.1 (hat), 73.6.406 (hat), 2005.6.1B (textile wall), 2005.6.1A (textile wall), P91.26.2 (black dress), 2005.23.1 (dress)

Object: Hat

Brand: Balenciaga (French, founded 1937)

Date: c. 1955

Medium: Silk satin

Country: France

Credit Line: Gift of Adele Simpson

Object number: 73.6.406

DescriptionBlack satin half hat, scroll at left temple with flutes to right side

Label Text:Balenciaga’s millinery ranged from minimalist, sculptural designs to dramatic tributes to his Spanish heritage. Hats played an important part in the total look that he created. As with his clothes, Balenciaga’s hats were not intended to be conventionally pretty, but rather were intended to provide the finishing touches for his bold architectural silhouettes.

In Collection(s)

Accessories

Exhibitions:

The Couture Accessory
Fashion & Textile History Gallery First Rotation
Paris, Capital of Fashion