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Theatrical make-up

Theatrical Make-Up
early 20th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Tin of 'Cremina' face powder (green), Frizell & Co., early 20th century

Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Theatrical Make Up
  • Theatrical Make Up
TitleTheatrical make-up (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Metal, printed paper, face powder
Brief description
Tin of 'Cremina' face powder (green), Frizell & Co., early 20th century
Physical description
Circular gun-metal coloured tin with lid, containing face powder, the lid with a circular paper label printed with the words 'Poudre Riz ADHÉRENTE', 'CROWE'S CREMINA for Stage Use', 'FRIZELL & Co. Theatrical Chemists and Perfumers. 1 CRANBOURN ST. LONDON, W.C.2. MANUFACTURED BY "THE REGENT CHEMISTS LTD." 70 VAUXHALL BRIDGE RD. LONDON. S.W.1.' A half moon shaped printed label has been attached above the text, with the words 'LIGHT GREEN'.
Dimensions
  • Height: 5cm
  • Diameter: 7.5cm
Credit line
Given by the Royal College of Music
Summary
Tin of 'Cremina' face powder (green), Frizell & Co., early 20th century
Collection
Accession number
S.557&A-1990

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Record createdJuly 1, 2009
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