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hat (swan)

1940-1949

Bes-Ben (American, 1898–1988)

2003.59

Not currently on view

net {textile}embroidering

Artwork Details

ArtistCreation Date
1940-1949
Creation Location
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States
Materials
cellulose acetate comb, netting, velvet, wool felt, polyester thread, coated paper, buckram, metal wire
Object Types
costumes, costume accessories (worn), headgear, hats
Dimensions

8 x 8 x 7-1/2 in.

Accession Number
2003.59
Credit Line

Mr. and Mrs. William B. Ansted Jr. Art Fund

Copyright
© Bes-Ben / Bessie & Benjamin Green-Field
Collection

Textile and Fashion Arts

Color Palette

Purchased by the Indianapolis Museum of Art in 2003



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