Designed by
Tann, J. Wesley II, American, died 2012
Subject of
Black Fashion Museum, American, 1979 - 2007
Date
ca. 1974
Medium
cotton
Dimensions
H x W: 21 1/2 × 17 in. (54.6 × 43.2 cm)
Description
Red blazer designed by Wesley Tann.
The blazer has front flaps with rounded edges at the bottom. They do not close or attach to each other. The are notched lapels and a collar that is folded over in the back. There is a seam going down each of the sleeves. The inside of the blazer is lined in white. There is a black manufacturer’s label inside the proper right flap. It has white text which reads [Wesley Tann]. The is one vertical seam going down the center of the back of the jacket. There are a few small loose threads in the lining, but overall the blazer is in very good condition.
Collection title
Black Fashion Museum Collection
Classification
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Type
blazers
Topic
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Fashion design
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Black Fashion Museum founded by Lois K. Alexander-Lane
Object number
2007.3.177
Restrictions & Rights
Unknown – Restrictions Possible
Rights assessment and proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd54a762daa-09e3-4f65-ba33-5d89433c7f45

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