Object Details
Created by
Unidentified
Owned by
James Brown, American, 1933 - 2006
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.
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Date
1970-1989
Object number
2008.7.4
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Type
jump suits
Medium
wool, metal
Dimensions
H x W: 61 x 28 in. (154.9 x 71.1 cm)
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National Museum of African American History and Culture Collection
Classification
Clothing - Costume
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Topic
African American
Clothing and dress
Funk (Music)
Sexuality
Soul (Music)
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2008.7.4