Man's Jacket

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Man's Jacket

c. 1950s

Made by Browning King & Co., New York City (1868-?)

On the label inside this jacket, the venerable firm Browning, King & Co. proudly reiterates their established slogan "Apparel for Gentlemen" but adds in larger letters "Styled in Hollywood." These two phrases reflect the dichotomy in mid-twentieth-century menswear between understated traditional styles and flashy new influences. The tailored jacket features wide lapels, patch pockets, and padded shoulders that taper to slim hips, but it is the striking zebra-patterned plush that makes this garment a screen-worthy star.

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Object Details

Title:

Man's Jacket

Date:

c. 1950s

Artist:

Made by Browning King & Co., New York City (1868-?)

Medium:

Black and white printed cotton velveteen

Dimensions:

Width: 40 inches (101.6 cm) (chest) Waist: 36 inches (91.4 cm)

Classification:

Costume (including accessories)

Credit Line:

Gift of Louis C. Madeira, 1979

Accession Number:

1979-150-13

Geography:

Made in United States, North and Central America

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