Created by
Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
Worn by
Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
Date
ca. 1966
Medium
copper and brass
Dimensions
H x W x D (each): 15/16 × 15/16 × 7/16 in. (2.4 × 2.4 × 1.1 cm)
Description
These are three “Blazer buttons” designed, created, and worn by Art Smith. Each circular copper and brass button is a shank button with a small loop on the back of the button to sew onto a garment. The front of each button is nearly identical, slightly raised with two oval-shaped cervices on the sides, giving a ‘pinched’ look to the buttons. The back of the buttons each vary in discoloration and corrosion.
Classification
Decorative Arts, Craft, and Design
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
buttons (fasteners)
Topic
Art
Clothing and dress
Craftsmanship
Fashion
Fashion design
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles L. Russell
Object number
2023.12.16abc
Restrictions & Rights
© Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5168c4ea0-25be-4d1f-aeb9-37c9e2a40e1a

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