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Boy's sailor suit
Retailed by: Best and Company (American, 1879–1971)
American
1950s
Medium/Technique
Wool knit
Dimensions
Center back (top): 35.6 cm (14 in.)
Length (shorts): 34.3 cm (13 1/2 in.)
Length (shorts): 34.3 cm (13 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jeanne Atkinson
Accession Number2013.1673.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBoy's classic navy blue and white sailor shirt with one patch pocket and detachable blue and white striped triangular modesty piece. Label: Best & Co. Liliputian Bazaar Made in England. Second label with "Bob Blinken"
Boy's navy wool knit shorts.
Boy's navy wool knit shorts.
ProvenanceBefore 2013, acquired by Jeanne Atkinson, New York, NY; 2013, gift of Atkinson to the MFA. (Accession date: November 20, 2013)