T-Shirt
Object number2019.71.3
Manufacturer
Jerzees
OriginMexico
MediumCotton; Polyester; Applied decoration
Credit LineGift of Luther J. Sewell
DescriptionWhite, cotton, and polyester short-sleeved t-shirt. Shirt has a ribbed collar with a white tag on the inside featuring manufacturing information. Front of shirt has red applied text and the image of a saxophone at the beginning of the word "Jazz" and piano keys under the text.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (flat): 27.625 x 33.25 x 0.438 in. (70.2 x 84.5 x 1.1 cm)InscriptionsWhite applied text on front of shirt: "tALK / [saxophone]AZZ and Arts / Festival".
MarksWhite tag on inside of collar with manufacturing information: "JERZEES / ® / [dark blue text] HEAVYWEIGHT / BLEND / L G G / 50% Cotton/Algodon/Coton / 50% Polyester/Poliester/Polyester / Exclusive of decoration / [same thing in Spanish and French] / Made in Mexico / [same thing in Spanish and French] / [back of tag] has care and manufacturing information]".
Historical NotesThis t-shirt is part of a collection of objects from Luther J. Sewell, Jr, who began his career as a magazine publisher and political consultant in 1962 with the publication of "Tavern Talk," now known as "Talk Magazine." The magazine focuses on African American culture, news, trends, social issues, health and wellness, and political engagement. Sewell also started a marketing and consultation company, The LJS Group, which consulted on over 25 national, state, and local political campaigns and planned events for corporations and public institutions that wanted to reach the African American and minority markets.
Previous owner
Luther J. Sewell Jr.
Related institution
The LJS Group
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