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J. Press (founded in 1902)
American
Dimensions
Center back (jacket): 81.9 cm (32 1/4 in.)
Length x width (pants): 101.6 x 91.4 cm (40 x 36 in.)
Length x width (pants): 101.6 x 91.4 cm (40 x 36 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Edward Sleeper in memory of Merle L. Sleeper
Accession Number2012.972.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionJacket has subtle gray and brown windowpane checks. Two button jacket with three buttons on each cuff. Single breasted jetted pocket with three side flap pockets. Two inner jetted pockets with the J.Press logo sewn in.
Pleated pants with side and back pockets. Gray and brown windowpane checks pattern. No interior label for pants.
Pleated pants with side and back pockets. Gray and brown windowpane checks pattern. No interior label for pants.
ProvenanceBetween 1980 and 2010, purchased by Edward Spindler in Massachusetts; 2012, gift of Edward Spindler to the MFA. (Accession date: November 28, 2012)