Straw Hat Collection (#24)

Shop of Alberto Pulla, the famous hatter on Calle Larga, where paja toquilla, misnamed panama hats, are sold and repaired with white sulphur paint, Cuenca, Azuay Province, Southern Highlands

Khemis des Anjra souk, Rif Region, Morocco, Africa

Golden Sands Hotel, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Straw hat and sunglasses on towel, North Male Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean, Asia

Straw hat, book and sunglasses on towel, North Male Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean, Asia

Woman floating in the Dead Sea reading a magazine, Aqaba, Jordan

Two people rice planting, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Woman in a straw hat planting out rice, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Woman planting out rice in a paddy field, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

People at Toraja market, Rangepad, island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Spanish seasonal worker picking grapes, Seguret region, Vaucluse, Provence, France, Europe

Back view of a man in a straw hat sitting at a bar, with bar staff in the background, Cafe Taberna, Habana Vieja, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Elderly Hakka couple in traditional dress, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Drying grain near Yangshuo, China, Asia

Farm worker picking chili peppers, Chile, South America

Portrait of a woman in a boat, wearing a straw hat and face paste, Phaung Daw U Kyaung, Inle Lake, Shan State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Hats for sale, diplayed on stand outside shop, near Cochabamba, Bolivia, South America

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In the vibrant streets of Hoi An, Vietnam, a timeless accessory takes center stage - the straw hat. Originating from Southeast Asia, this iconic headgear has become synonymous with the region's rich cultural heritage. As you stroll along the seashore, transported back to 1909 through an oil painting on canvas titled "Strolling along the Seashore, " you can't help but notice locals donning their traditional straw hats. These lightweight and breathable accessories provide much-needed shade under the scorching Indochina sun. Traveling further back in time to backyard carnivals of the 1800s, one can spot men and women elegantly sporting their straw hats while enjoying festivities in style. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when these charming gatherings brought communities together. Pierre-Auguste Renoir's masterpiece "Luncheon of the Boating Party" captures a group of friends leisurely dining by a riverbank in 1880-81. Amongst them are individuals wearing straw hats that add an element of rustic charm to this idyllic scene. Moving away from paintings and into reality, we encounter street vendors peddling their wares on bicycles throughout Hanoi's bustling streets. A particular vendor catches our eye as she sells her vibrant flowers while shielding herself from sunlight with her trusty straw hat - a symbol of resilience amidst daily hustle and bustle. Delving deeper into history, we discover depictions of British Navy personnel during early 20th century battleships proudly adorning their uniforms with sturdy straw hats. These practical headpieces not only shielded sailors from harsh elements but also added a touch of maritime elegance to their attire. Elisabeth Louise Vigee-LeBrun's self-portrait showcases her artistic talent alongside her choice of fashion: a delicate self portrait in a straw hat dating back to c1782 (1912). This artwork exemplifies how even renowned artists found inspiration in the simplicity and timeless appeal of straw hats.