On View
Musical Crossroads Gallery
Exhibition
Musical Crossroads
Created by
John Forsyth Shirt Co. Ltd., Canadian, founded 1903
Worn by
Tucker, Ira Sr., American, 1925 - 2008
Subject of
Dixie Hummingbirds, American, founded 1928
Medium
cotton
Dimensions
H x W: 32 1/4 x 22 1/2 in. (81.9 x 57.2 cm)
Description
A yellow dress shirt worn by Ira Tucker Sr. as a member of the Dixie Hummingbirds. A sizing label on the shirt reads "17 1/2 / 32/33." Another label says the shirt is made in China.
Classification
Clothing - Costume
Type
shirts
Topic
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Gospel (Music)
Men
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift from Ira Tucker, Jr. of the Dixie Hummingbirds
Object number
2013.13.35.2
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd52c413188-690d-4e8e-b7df-f3fc1c6c2624

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