Hats in the Verdiales Festival

J. M. Blanco2010

Instituto Andaluz del Flamenco
Sevilla, Spain

With potential roots in the Roman Saturnalia's festive traditions, the Verdiales Festival is an ancient Andalusian celebration. Recognized as a Site of Cultural Interest by the Andalusian Regional Government, the distinctive hats worn by participants feature 24 colorful ribbons, a tradition inherited from the ancient Saturnalia.

Show lessRead more

Details

Title: Hats in the Verdiales Festival
Creator: J. M. Blanco
Date Created: 2010
Type: Photograph
Original Source: Archive of the Andalusian Flamenco Institute
Rights: Andalusian Institute of Flamenco. No Reproduction or Downloading Permitted.

Get the app

Explore museums and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie, and more

Zoom in

Hat Photograph

Interested in Visual arts?

Get updates with your personalized Culture Weekly

No, thanks

You are all set!

Your first Culture Weekly will arrive this week.