🎉 Google Doodle Celebration 🎉

Today’s Doodle honors Altina Schinasi, the visionary artist, and inventor on her 116th birthday.

🎉 Altina Schinasi's 116th Birthday 🎉

Celebrating the life of an American artist, designer, and inventor best known for the iconic "cat-eye" eyeglass frame.

🎨 From Manhattan to Paris 🇺🇸🇫🇷

Born in 1907 to immigrant parents, Schinasi's passion for art blossomed in Paris where she studied painting.

🖌️ Influential Connections 🌟

Working as a window dresser, Schinasi learned from artists like Salvador Dalí and George Grosz, shaping her creative vision.

😺 The Birth of Cat-Eye Frames 🕶️

Inspired by Harlequin masks in Venice, Schinasi designed her revolutionary "cat-eye" frames for women's glasses.

🛍️ Persistence Pays Off 💪

Despite initial rejections, a local shop owner embraced Schinasi's vision, leading to the success of her Harlequin glasses.

🏆 Recognition and Acclaim 🌟

In 1939, Schinasi was awarded the Lord & Taylor American Design Award and featured in major magazines like Vogue and Life.

🎥 Beyond Art: The Film World 🎬

Schinasi produced the Oscar-nominated documentary "George Grosz' Interregnum" in 1960, earning acclaim at Venice Film Festival.

📚 A Life Full of Creativity ✨

Schinasi's memoir "The Road I Have Traveled" (1995) and her unique portrait chairs and benches show her enduring creativity.

👓 Cat-Eye Legacy Continues 🌍

Altina's iconic design remains a timeless fashion accessory, influencing trends worldwide.

🌹 Happy Birthday, Altina Schinasi! 🎂

A visionary artist and inventor, she leaves a lasting impact on the world of art and fashion. Cheers to her incredible life! 🥂