ARCHIVAL 1999 A Bathing Ape x Planet of the Apes Long Sleeve Tee — Over-Tagged Hanes Blank (M)
A foundational grail of Japanese Ura-Harajuku streetwear history. Released in 1999, this long-sleeve tee showcases Nigo’s core inspiration for his brand: the iconic 1968 cinema classic Planet of the Apes. The front graphic features Cornelius and Zira alongside their baby with the timeline script "from 3955 to 1973". The back features the iconic text hit, "A BABY APE SAID 'MAMMA'". A true time capsule detail: this piece belongs to the legendary late-90s era where BAPE utilized premium Hanes Beefy-T blanks, leaving the original care tag intact underneath the stitched black woven BAPE neckline label. Finished with the early red script "APE" embroidery on the left sleeve cuff.
Measured by hand.
Standard true-to-size boxy late-90s Medium fit with a sturdy ribbed collar.
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