Tie, Bow
Object number2023.162.1 a-d
Made by
Nisha Blackwell
Date2023
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumRecycled fabrics; Leather; Metal
Credit LineMuseum purchase
DescriptionBow tie with maker's information card, and box lid and base. Multicolored orange, yellow, black, and green patterned bow tie with a band of teal leather wrapped around the center. Hook closure at the back. Leather maker's mark sewn on proper left strap near hook.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (a, ends clasped): 2 x 4.75 x 6 in. (5.1 x 12.1 x 15.2 cm)Height x Width (b): 4 x 4 in. (10.2 x 10.2 cm)
Height x Width x Depth (c): 3.75 x 4.75 x 1.563 in. (9.5 x 12.1 x 4 cm)
Height x Width x Depth (d): 3.5 x 4.5 x 1.875 in. (8.9 x 11.4 x 4.8 cm)
Inscriptions(b) " 'My mission in life is not merely to / survive, but to thrive; and to do so with / some passion, some compassion, some / humor, and some style.' / --Maya Angelou".
Marks(a) "KNOTZLAND" printed at the top of the leather label.
(b) Maker's mark printed below text reads: "KNOTZLAND | NISHA BLACKWELL / 303 S. TRENTON AVE. | PITTSBURGH, PA".
Historical Notes"The Kingsmen" bow tie made by Knotzland Bowtie Co. Nisha Blackwell started the Pittsburgh-based company in 2014. This design was retired in 2023.
Related person
Maya Angelou
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