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Theatre Costume

early 20th century

Maroon velvet student cap trimmed with petit point embroidery. From the centre of the crown hangs a long tassel. Probably probably worn by a dancer with the Genée Company.


Object details

Object type
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Student cap, probably worn by a dancer with the Genée Company, early 20th century
Physical description
Maroon velvet student cap trimmed with petit point embroidery. From the centre of the crown hangs a long tassel. Probably probably worn by a dancer with the Genée Company.
Credit line
Given by the Royal Academy of Dance
Object history
Maroon velvet? student cap probably worn by a member of the Adeline Genée company, early 20th century.
Association
Collection
Accession number
S.1442-1982

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Record createdOctober 28, 2004
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