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Underslip

1880 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Costume worn by Phyllis Broughton, possibly as Morgiana.
Full length underslip with straps over the shoulders of ivory satin with box pleated frill to hem. ?modern replica?


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Brief description
Ivory satin underslip worn by Phyllis Broughton probably as Morgiana in 'The Forty Thieves', Gaiety Theatre, London, 1880
Physical description
Costume worn by Phyllis Broughton, possibly as Morgiana.
Full length underslip with straps over the shoulders of ivory satin with box pleated frill to hem. ?modern replica?
Dimensions
  • Underslip neckline to hem length: 129cm (Note: Laid flat)
  • Underslip hem width: 82cm (Note: Laid flat)
  • Underslip empire line width: 42cm (Note: Laid flat)
Object history
This costume was worn in a production of R. Reece's burlesque 'The Forty Thieves' performed at the Gaiety Theatre, London on 27th December 1880. The production was directed by R Soutar and R Reece, the music was composed and arranged by W M Lutz, the dances were arranged by John D'Auban, and the scenery was by Mr Banks.
Literary referenceThe Forty Thieves
Other number
BTMA 1963/G/113A - BTMA accession number
Collection
Accession number
S.1333B-1984

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Record createdJune 4, 2004
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