Sombrero Collection (#8)

Mexican Market
A provusion of sombrero hats in the market place of a small village in Mexico, South America. Date: 1930s

Moorish Cafe - Algeria
Black African men taking tea and a smoke of a hookah pipe at a drink at a Moorish Cafe - Algeria. Two of the men are playing a board game. Date: circa 1910s

FRANCISCO PANCHO VILLA (1877-1923). Mexican revolutionary leader. Photographed with a column of his troops in Mexico in 1914: oil over a photograph

PORTRAIT OF A ZAPATISTA. Painting by an unknown Mexican artist, 20th century

Sombrero galaxy. Optical image of the Sombrero galaxy (M104, NGC 4594). This spiral galaxy lies 40 million light years away in the constellation Virgo. The galaxy is seen almost edge-on

WALLACE BEERY (1885-1949). American actor. Beery in the title-role of Pancho Villa

HREC2A-00036
Spanish Californians or Mexicans dancing the fandango, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mexico, Yucatan, Merida, traditional woven sombrero hats on display at market

Sfax, Tunisia - Outdoor merchant or cures / remedies
Sfax, Tunisia - Outdoor merchant in a truly spectacular hat selling traditional local tunisian cures/remedies by the side of the street

Sfax, Tunisia - hat merchant
Sfax, Tunisia - streetside hat merchant - a seller of wide-brimmed straw hats - similar in type to a Mexican sombrero

A Mexican sentry on horseback

Mexican farmer with his ox-pulled plough

Mexico - Itinerant pot seller
Mexico - Itinerant decorated pot seller taking a rest on the side of a road in the Mexcian countryside

Soldier from Southern Algeria, wearing a wide-brimmed sombrero-style hat and an open wool jelaba

Sketches in the United States. Sunday in a frontier town. O
Three men playing cards, one in a top hat, one in a sombrero

Nashs Magazine
A sultry young woman in an exotic sombrero is the cover girl for this World War One issue which contains stories of German barbarities

60S Sunbather
A white bathing costume worn with metallic, strappie sandals and dark sunglasses. She clutches a sombrero style straw hat ready to shade herself from the sun

Cowboy Hats, Patzcuaro, Michoacan State, Mexico, North America ;

Details of dress, Romeria del Rocio festival, El Rocio, Andalucia (Andalusia), Spain, Europe

Mahboubine, Djerba island, Tunisia, North Africa

Racial / Mexico / Mother1909
Mexican mother wearing a large sombrero hat and carrying her child on her back

Brazilian Gaucho
A Brazilian gaucho, a cowboy who works the cattle on the ranch, on horseback, wearing his sombrero, lassoo at the ready

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"Embracing the Vibrant Spirit: The Sombrero's Tale" In a world where fashion transcends borders, the sombrero stands tall as a symbol of cultural richness and diversity. Originating from Mexico, this iconic headpiece has captivated hearts across continents. As we delve into history, we encounter Lear's whimsical poem about the Quangle-Wangle's hat, which could easily be mistaken for a mini sombrero. A delightful reminder that even in literature, the sombrero holds its charm. Fast forward to C19, when Mexico embraced its musical heritage with open arms. Picture a man with a trumpet from Mariachi group serenading under his wide-brimmed Mexican hat - an image that embodies passion and tradition. The Mexican horseman or Charro proudly dons his intricately decorated sombrero while showcasing equestrian skills passed down through generations, and is an emblem of bravery and elegance on horseback. An illustration transports us to another time; four guitarists in grey Mexican hats and matching suits form a mariachi band. Their front view captures their harmonious melodies echoing through vibrant streets. A playful twist emerges as we witness mariachis crossing the street Beatles style in Mexico City – merging two cultures seamlessly through music and fashion. But let us not forget the West Indies Sombrero. This variation showcases how diverse interpretations of this iconic headwear have spread throughout North America and beyond. Even British shores couldn't resist its allure. The British Women's football team sported sombreros during their time in Mexico City for the Women's World Cup – uniting nations through sport and style. And who can overlook comedic legends Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise? On set of their film "The Intelligence Men, " they humorously embrace Mexican culture by playfully wearing oversized sombreros – spreading laughter worldwide. From humble beginnings to global recognition, the sombrero remains an enduring symbol of Mexico’s rich heritage.