Manufactured by
Louis Vuitton Malletier, French, founded 1854
Used by
Barretto, Ray, American, 1929 - 2006
Date
late 20th century
Medium
leather and metal
Dimensions
H x W x D: 42 × 27 1/2 × 4 1/4 in. (106.7 × 69.9 × 10.8 cm)
Description
A large, dark brown Louis Vuitton garment bag with light brown lining. The Louis Vuitton pattern is printed thoughout. There are XX compartments, with one long zipper running down the inside. The bag is fashioned to fold, clip closed, and carry with a handle that is also brown and can be found in the middle, opposite side of the long zipper.
The Louis Vuitton garment bag was used by Ray Barretto.
Classification
Accessories and Personal Effects
Movement
Nuyorican Movement
Type
garment bags
Topic
Clothing and dress
Instrumentalists (Musicians)
Jazz (Music)
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Brandy and Chris Barretto, in memory of Ray Barretto
Object number
A2020.52.1.6
Restrictions & Rights
© Louis Vuitton
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51af8b27f-ce5a-41cf-b76b-8f708e85e00c

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