Panama: A Legendary Hat
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| Rating | : | 4.77 (850 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 2843236045 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 143 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-05-29 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A book that pays a well-deserved homage to the Panama. It is beautifully done and perfectly illustrated. --Vogue Hommes
Panama seeks to pay a fitting tribute to the aristocrat of straw hats.. Since the 19th Century, the Panama has been a symbol of elegance. From Roosevelt to Churchill, Napoleon to the Duke of Windsor, the Panama hat has been donned by some of the world s most distinguished people. Now it has finally been given its own book. In the process, the myth of the Panama was created. Taking us beyond the myth, this volume offers for the first time an examination of the hat s remarkable history, production process, and variety of shapes, evoking all the while the grace of living of its country of origin: Ecuador
"Panama A Legendary Hat" according to J. Tomasi. This "coffee table book" is a must for every Panama Hat lover. The exotic and beautiful photographs only enhance and clarify the well written text. From the forward by Brent Black (leading world authority on Panama Hats - hand-woven in Ecuador!) through the chapters on Montecristi woven fino hats, onto the Cuenca hat story and ending with a list of retailers specializing in this unique product - this book answers most, if not all, questions about this legendary hat.. "Great Pictorial on Panama Hats" according to Fred Belinsky. I picked up this large format book, 12 in. x 9 ½ in., in Quito, Ecuador but have since learned that it has become available through U.S. distributors (I bought a second copy from Amazon.com in fact). The fabulous photographs and illustrations can't help but develop an appreciation for this classic hat making material, cardoluvica palmata.. John F. McGrady said Papale. A beautiful book that has been in our den for some time and I just recently re-read it. Takes you back to notice some endearing craftsmanship. Nice presentation. The mention of Newt at the Royal in Waikiki is well deserved.