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Man's shirt
Worn by: John King McLanahan Jr. (American, 1871–1926)
Possibly Chinese or Indian
Late 19th to early 20th century
Place of Use: Philadelphia, Pensylvania, United States
Medium/Technique
Tussah (?) silk plain weave; silk embroidery; mother of pearl
Dimensions
Center back: 84.5 cm (33 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Carol B. Stevens and Brooks Stamm
Accession Number2009.2286
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionYellow/brown long sleeve collared shirt with center front placket with three mother of pearl buttons. Patch pocket on right side with two slit openings. Placket, collar, area around pocket and interior of cuffs are embroidered with yellow/gold flowering vines.
ProvenanceCollection of Ella Spendly McLanahan, PA; 1942, by inheritance to her grandson, Mr. John King McLanahan Stevens, PA; by descent to Stevens' wife, Carol B. Stevens, Hollidaysburg, PA, and Brooks Stevens Stamm, Kenneshaw, GA; gift of Stevens and Stamm to the MFA (Accession date: March 25, 2009)