Created by
San Carlo, Italian
John Forsyth Shirt Co. Ltd., Canadian, founded 1903
Worn by
Tucker, Ira Sr., American, 1925 - 2008
Subject of
Dixie Hummingbirds, American, founded 1928
Date
late 20th century
Medium
cloth, linen, cotton, polyester
Description
This is a virtual record for the Dixie Hummingbird costume worn by Ira Tucker Sr. The costume consists of a green suit, a yellow shirt, and a green and white pocket square.
Classification
Clothing - Costume
Type
suits
handkerchiefs
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
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd55342cb08-c9d7-4e27-a3fd-5f53714f1634

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