MAGA Hat captures a moment in American cultural history through Robin Antar’s signature practice of transforming contemporary objects into lasting stone monuments. Carved from white marble, the sculpture is based on the original white version of the hat seen during the 2016 presidential campaign. Antar’s intention was not to make a political statement, but to document and preserve an object she recognized as becoming a significant American icon of its time. As the artist explains, “The first time I saw Donald Trump wear a ‘Make America Great Again’ hat, it was white and he was on the 2016 campaign trail. At the time, I knew this would become an American symbol, but I never realized how much it would ultimately spark division across the nation.” By immortalizing the hat in stone, Antar invites viewers to reflect on the ways everyday objects can evolve into powerful cultural symbols whose meanings shift over time. Dimensions: 7"h x 14"w x 10"d.
- Collections: Realism in Stone / Divided America