- Worn by
- De Shields, André, American, born 1946
- Date
- 1982
- Medium
- metal
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 2 1/8 × 1 1/2 in. (5.4 × 3.8 cm)
- Description
- Tie chain from Ain't Misbehavin' costume ensemble for Act I worn by André De Shields during the 1982 NBC TV special. The tie chain bar is straight metal that ends in two hexagonal beads. A chain is connected to both ends of the bar forming a loop that is loose and can move.
- Place used
- New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
- Classification
- Jewelry and Adornment
- Clothing - Costume
- Type
- tie clasps
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of André De Shields
- Object number
- 2018.1.1.5.2
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
- Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.




