T-Shirt
Object number2020.32.3
Manufacturer
Hanes
OriginUnited States of America
MediumCotton; Polyester; Velvet
Credit LineGift of Gus J. Brickner
DimensionsHeight x Width: 27.75 x 30.875 in. (70.5 x 78.4 cm)InscriptionsFront chest has black velvet letters that spell "Gus / Brickner / THE / HUMAN / POLAR BEAR".
MarksInside collar at back center is fabric tag with blue text including on front "[logo] Hanes / 50/50 combed / 50% COMBED COTTON 50% POLYESTER / MADE IN U.S.A. / L 42-44" and care instructions on reverse.
Historical NotesGustave "Gus" Brickner was a swimmer from Charleroi, Pennsylvania. His nickname was "The Human Polar Bear."
Previous owner
Gustave Brickner
(1912 - 1991)
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