«Recognize yourself// Are you this cute person//Under the big boater hat...»
Boater Hat
At his time, Apollinaire wanted to pay a tribute to the elegance of women and of hats. Then he drew this beautiful calligram displaying this delicate face with the halo of a boater.
Women had always had the whole load of options to adorn themselves and magnify their allure.
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Totally woven-straw, flat and circular just like a pancake, always beautified by a ribbon, this headgear was very popular in the 19th century. It has kept its little glib character...perfect to stop by the first guinguette you'll see on your way!