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Dagger

1910
Artist/Maker

Dagger for King Richard worn by John Martin Harvey.


Object details

Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.
(Some alternative part names are also shown below)
  • Dagger
  • Costume
  • Sheath
  • Costume
Brief description
Dagger for King Richard worn by John Martin Harvey in 'King Richard III', Lyceum Theatre, London, 1910.
Physical description
Dagger for King Richard worn by John Martin Harvey.
Credit line
Given by Mrs P. Chapman
Object history
Dagger for King Richard worn by John Martin Harvey in William Shakespeare's play 'King Richard III' performed at the Lyceum Theatre, London, 28th May 1910. The production was directed by Martin Harvey (?), the music was composed by William Hudson, and the fights were arranged by Alfred Mansfield. The scenery was designed by William Telbin and George Dodson, and the costumes were designed and made by Dorothy Carleton Smyth (the granddaughter of Charles Dickens).
Subject depicted
Associations
Literary referenceKing Richard III
Collection
Accession number
S.176A&B-1985

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Record createdAugust 16, 2004
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