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Mark DescriptionBes-Ben/ made in Chicago/ model # 441
Accession NumberGift of Mrs. William H. Ball
CopyrightMrs. William H. Ball; donated to the Indianapolis Museum of Art in 1975
Numerous shafts from feathers—often called quills or "featherbones”—give this hat its fantastic shape. The two large clusters are strategically affixed so that the natural bend in the quills provide semi- concealed nests for tiny chenille bees.
Bes-Ben often incorporated unexpected elements into his quirky designs. In the case of this hat, bees mounted on spring coils are posed as if they are bustling with activity.
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