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Breeches

19th century (made)

Nineteenth century Harlequin costume.
Breeches

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Object type
Brief description
Breeches for a 19th century Harlequin costume worn on-stage by Harold Chapin
Physical description
Nineteenth century Harlequin costume.
Breeches
Object history
Nineteenth century Harlequin costume. The costume was hired from Clarkson's by Harold Chapin to wear as Harlequin in J.M. Barrie's 'Pantaloon' at the Royalty Theatre, Glasgow, in 1911. He liked the costume so much that he bought it.

Letter from Mrs Calpso Browning to Jennifer Aylmer, 20th January 1974:
"The Harlequin costume was certainly not made for my husband. He hired it from Willy Clarkson the famous Theatrical Costumier and wig maker of the period, and liked it so much he decided to buy it."

Hat, skull cap and mask do not appear to be contemporary with the rest of the costume.
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Associations
Other number
1973/A/159 - BTMA accession number
Collection
Accession number
S.1409A-1984

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Record createdJune 16, 2004
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