Sword

Physical description

Theatre prop for Peter Pan used by Pauline Chase. Wooden sword

Date

ca.1906

Artist/maker

Wilhelm, born 1858 - died 1925 (costume designers)
Nicholson, William Newzam Prior, born 1872 - died 1949 (costume designers)
B. J. Simmons & Co. (Theatrical costumiers)

Object history note

Theatre prop for Peter used by Pauline Chase in J. M. Barrie's play 'Peter Pan'. The play was originally produced at the Duke of York's Theatre, London, 27th December 1904, and was revived annually until 1914. The scenery was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens (although he is not credited in the programme), and the director was Dion Boucicault. The costumes were designed by Wilhelm and William Nicholson and were made by B J Simmons.
Pauline Chase first played Peter in 1906 and annually thereafter until 1913

Descriptive line

Wooden sword for Peter used by Pauline Chase in 'Peter Pan', Duke of York's Theatre, 1906-1913.

Exhibition History

Theatre Museum main gallery (Theatre Museum 01/01/1987-31/12/1992)
Theatre Peepshow (National Theatre 01/07/1976-31/12/2003)
British Theatre Museum Association (Leighton House 01/01/1964-31/12/1974)

Associated names

Barrie, J. M. (Sir); Peter Pan; Lutyens, Edwin Landseer (Sir)

Production Note

Reason For Production: Commission

Materials

Wood

Subjects depicted

Swords; Pan, Peter

Production Type

Unique

Collection code

T&P