Not currently on display at the V&A

Turban

ca. 1937
Artist/Maker

'Indian' suit worn by G H Elliott. Turban of gold art satin with tail to back, the crown of shocking pink art satin. Decorated with openwork gold braid finished at centre front with a yellow 'jewel' set in gold metal mount.


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Brief description
Turban of gold art satin worn by G H Elliott, ca. 1937
Physical description
'Indian' suit worn by G H Elliott. Turban of gold art satin with tail to back, the crown of shocking pink art satin. Decorated with openwork gold braid finished at centre front with a yellow 'jewel' set in gold metal mount.
Marks and inscriptions
' Morris Angel & Son Ltd, / Theatrical Department, / 117 & 119 Shaftesbury Avenue, / London W.C.1 ' (Trade label)
Collection
Accession number
S.149D-1988

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Record createdMay 14, 2004
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