Identity area
Reference code
2020.100.9
Title
Fakescum Yellow Scum Mask
Date(s)
- 2020 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
1
Context area
Name of creator
(2018-present)
Administrative history
Inspired by skateboarding the brand was started by skateboarder and musician Jordan Cardy in 2018.
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Yellow polyester knitted face mask with black and white 'SCUM' design. The style of the lettering is based on one of the brand's logos. The mask has loops on each side made of the same material to go over the ears. It is double-layered, without a pocket for a filter.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
No label.
Made in the United Kingdom.
Materials: 12% Elastomeric, 40% Polyester, 48% Diolen Hygienic Poly
Measurements:
Width 26 cm
Height 14 cm
Made in the United Kingdom.
Materials: 12% Elastomeric, 40% Polyester, 48% Diolen Hygienic Poly
Measurements:
Width 26 cm
Height 14 cm
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Allied materials area
Existence and location of originals
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Notes area
Note
The mask was packed in a plastic bag with a small paper sticker with care instructions and materials information. The pack included 7 colour adhesive stickers with a variety of designs and logos used as part of the Fakescum branding.
Note
From website:
Not for medical use.
Not for medical use.
Note
Undercover exhibition label:
YELLOW SCUM MASK
Fakescum
March 2020
£10
This knitted face mask is from Fakescum, a skateboarding clothing brand established in 2018 by the musician Rat Boy AKA Jordan Cardy. Included with the mask were several full-colour adhesive stickers featuring pop culture imagery that has been adapted with Fakescum branding.
Made in the United Kingdom
Diolen Hygienic Poly, Polyester, Elastomeric
Archive no. 2020.100.9