Created by
Mary B's Fashion, American
Owned by
Oyewole, Abiodun, American, born 1948
Date
1968-2011
Medium
leather, canvas, and satin
Dimensions
H x W: 3 1/2 x 8 in. (8.9 x 20.3 cm)
Description
A round, brimless hat with leather top and trim worn by Abiodun Oyewole. The hat has patterned cloth on all sides. Inside, a tag reads " GENUINE LEATHER / Tender Loving Care / by Mary B's Fashion / 212 866-6011."
Place used
New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Movement
Civil Rights Movement
Black Nationalism
Type
hats
Topic
Clothing and dress
Spoken word (Poetry)
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Abiodun and Last Poets Memorabilia
Object number
2011.46.1
Restrictions & Rights
Unknown - Restrictions Possible
Rights assessment and proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a5161a0a-374e-4857-a206-287d6111cb66

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