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Original vest owned and worn by author Truman Capote at the young age of 23, depicted in a famous photo which appeared on the dustjacket of his first book, ''Other Voices, Other Rooms,'' published by Random House in 1948. Though the book was critiqued with high regard, becoming a ''New York Times'' bestseller for 9 weeks, it was this photo that caused a media tizzy as it depicted Capote in what was then considered a subversive pose, lounging on a chair. The photo, taken by Harold Halma, was used in all of Random House's promotional material, displayed in bookstore windows and newspaper ads, propelling the young author into the limelight as a public figure which followed him the rest of his career. Blue-and-white-checkered vest has a few small holes to navy lining, else near fine. Also includes a portion of the dustjacket removed from the ''Other Voices, Other Rooms'' book. Vest is from the estate of Joseph Faulk, who was Capote's first cousin. With provenance from Bonhams.
Iconic Vest Worn by a Young Truman Capote -- Capote Posed in This Vest in a Controversial Photo Published in ''Other Voices, Other Rooms''
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