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Man's swimsuit
Man's swimsuit

Man's swimsuit

Jantzen (British)
1930–35
Object PlaceUnited States
Medium/TechniqueWool, cotton and latex rubber knit ("Lastex"), metal zipper and buckle
DimensionsCenter back: 76.2 cm (30 in.)
Credit LineMuseum purchase with funds donated by Doris May
Accession number2005.169
On View
Not on view
ClassificationsCostumes
ProvenancePurchased from Time Travelers Antiques via internet auction by the MFA, April 27, 2005
Conservation status: Before treatment
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