Man's ensemble
Designer
Ricardo Seco
Spring 2021
White cotton, synthetic, linen, and black leather
Gift of Ricardo Seco
Object number2021.38.1
Mexican designer Ricardo Seco uses corn to represent the duality of immigrant experiences. His ensemble features a t-shirt slogan that translates to “Mexico’s Soul Is Made of Corn,” as well as images of pre-Colombian corn gods. He notes that these deities were formed from two traditions: Aztec and Mayan. Corn is celebrated as a bridge between two cultures.
DescriptionMan's ensemble: White cotton t-shirt with black ears of corn design with Mexico es a Toda Maiz on front and Abasolo el Whiskey De Mexico at back neck; yellow, green and black print hooded long sleeve top with kangaroo pocket; yellow and black scorpian and corn print on polka dot ground shorts, elastic drawstring waist, side seam pockets, plastic silver cord locks; linen yellow polka dot on black ground allover hat motif square bandana; leather western style boots with black leather scorpion inlay, metallic silver leather upper and flame toe cap, pointed toe, stacked wood heel, leather soles, boot pullsExhibitions