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Black "Sex" jumpsuit owned by James Brown

Object Details

Description
A black wool jumpsuit with sequined embellishments along the collar and waist. The letter "J" is spelled out with five sequined beads along the front of the collar. Each shoulder has six sequined beads along the top. The word "SEX" spelled out using sequined beads along the mid-section. The word is inside an oval that is also made using sequined beads. A zipper runs down the back.
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Created by
Unidentified
Owned by
James Brown, American, 1933 - 2006
Date
1970-1989
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Medium
wool, metal
Dimensions
H x W: 61 x 28 in. (154.9 x 71.1 cm)
Type
costume

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