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Belt

ca. 1850

Belt reputedly worn by Samuel Phelps in stage performances. Long belt of yellow satin, set with circles of multi-coloured faceted stage jewels and mirror jewels. Also reputedly worn by Julia Blakeney in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel'


Object details

Object type
Belt
Materials and techniques
Satin
Brief description
Long belt of yellow satin, set with circles of multi-coloured faceted stage jewels and mirror jewels reputedly worn by Samuel Phelps in stage performances
Physical description
Belt reputedly worn by Samuel Phelps in stage performances. Long belt of yellow satin, set with circles of multi-coloured faceted stage jewels and mirror jewels. Also reputedly worn by Julia Blakeney in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel'
Dimensions
  • Max legth laid flat length: 85cm
  • Width: 7cm
  • In box with s.114 1985, s.1248& a 1982. total box weight weight: 2kg
Association
Phelps, Samuel
Literary referenceThe Scarlet Pimpernel
Collection
Theatre and Performance Collection
Accession number
S.441-1979

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Record createdAugust 16, 2004
Record URL
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