Gift of Marie Peichert, 1997.104.4 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Man's Necktie

RetailerSold by G. Fox and Co. American, founded 1847

MakerPossibly made by Cheney Brothers Silk Manufacturing Company American

Date1930-1950

MediumSilk

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 47 x 3 1/2in. (119.4 x 8.9cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Marie Peichert

DescriptionMan's silk tie in variegated shades of lavender, white and orchid woven with a geometric pattern of purple and white squares. The front tip ends in a broad point; the back tip is narrower. The tie is unlined but does have an interfacing of white woven fabric. The tie has a retailer's label sewn to the back of the narrow tip printed in white thread on a black label: "G. Fox & Co., Inc./ HARTFORD."

Object number1997.104.4

MarkingsThe tie has a retailer's label sewn to the back of the narrow tip printed in white thread on a black label: "G. Fox & Co., Inc./ HARTFORD."

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