Object: Man's overalls
Brand:
Lee
(American, founded 1889)
Date: c. 1970
Medium: Cotton
Country: USA
Credit Line: Gift of Tony Santore, In Memory of Jack Fenstermacher
Object number: 88.134.42
DescriptionMan's overalls fitted with inset waistband in beige cotton herringbone twill with convertible collar and long sleeve with underarm gusset, straight pant leg, patch pocket left and right chest, slant pocket left and right side hip, seven CF logo buttons
Label Text:The “Union All” jumpsuit combines sturdy work pants and a jacket. Introduced in 1913, it quickly became a go-to uniform for factory workers, mechanics, and farmers. It is typically worn loose, over other daywear. Apocryphally, H.D. Lee got the idea for the style from his chauffeur, who would often damage his formal uniform while tending to Lee’s cars.
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Exhibitions:
- Uniformity