Armchair hat

Object

Hat

Production date

11/08/1999

Object number

2010.113

Physical Description

A bespoke hat shaped like a purple velvet armchair with green velvet cushion, made by Alva Wilson at The Hat Gallery. Wilson's work combines traditional millinery techniques with a contemporary edge and wit. Wilson opened the Hat Gallery in Broadway Market in 1998. The market is known for its eclectic mixture of independent shops and businesses.

Associated Person

Wilson, Alva (Made by)

Material

Synthetic

Dimension

height (whole): 350mm
width (whole): 200mm
depth (whole): 230mm