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Satin Triangle

1982
Artist/Maker

Satin triangle worn by Jennie Linden. Triangle of satin printed with a multi-coloured geometric 'Ikat' inspired design.


Object details

Category
Object type
Materials and techniques
Printed satin
Brief description
Printed satin triangle designed by Bill Gibb and worn by Jennie Linden in 'This Thing Called Love', Watermill Theatre, Newbury, 1982
Physical description
Satin triangle worn by Jennie Linden. Triangle of satin printed with a multi-coloured geometric 'Ikat' inspired design.
Dimensions
  • Triangle, length length: 26cm
  • Triangle, width width: 66cm
  • Packed weight of object ( parts a, b, c and 732 1983) weight: 0.8kg
Production typeUnique
Marks and inscriptions
' Bill Gibb / Internationl ' (Trade Label)
Object history
Costume worn by Jennie Linden in the musical 'This Thing Called Love' performed at the Watermill Theatre, Newbury, September 1982. The music and lyrics were compiled by David Kernan & John Moffat from various authors and composers, and the show was produced by Wendy Toye. The costume were designed by Bill Gibb using silk presented by the European Commission for the Promotion of Silk.
Production
Reason For Production: Commission
Literary referenceThis Thing Called Love
Collection
Accession number
S.732B-1983

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Record createdAugust 24, 2004
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