Swan
Collar
1950-1979 (made)
1950-1979 (made)
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Detachable men's shirt collar for formal occasion, known as 'fake collar' (jia lingzi), of translucent white rayon.
Featuring the upper chest of a full shirt, it has a stiffened, pointed collar, two loops for securing under armpits, and fastened with three white plastic buttons.
Featuring the upper chest of a full shirt, it has a stiffened, pointed collar, two loops for securing under armpits, and fastened with three white plastic buttons.
Object details
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| Title | Swan (trade title) |
| Materials and techniques | Woven rayon |
| Brief description | Detachable men's shirt collar ('fake collar') for formal occasion, white rayon, 'Swan brand', made by Shanghai Kaikai Department Store, Shanghai, China, 1950-79 |
| Physical description | Detachable men's shirt collar for formal occasion, known as 'fake collar' (jia lingzi), of translucent white rayon. Featuring the upper chest of a full shirt, it has a stiffened, pointed collar, two loops for securing under armpits, and fastened with three white plastic buttons. |
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| Credit line | Given by Zuosi Josie Jiang |
| Production | Shanghai Kaikai Department Store, formerly known as Kaikai Department Store, was founded in 1937. It was renowned in producing luxury formal shirts and sweaters. |
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| Record created | September 7, 2023 |
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