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Theatre Costume

19th century (made)

Costume worn by William Wallett consisting of a long sleeved boat neck tunic in crimson wool jersey decorated on upper chest and lower sleeves with arabesques cut from beige facecloth; on the upper arms are set simulated puffs of white cotton; the neck and sleeves are edged with lace.

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Brief description
Costume worn by William Wallett (ca.1813-1892), 'the Queen's Jester'.
Physical description
Costume worn by William Wallett consisting of a long sleeved boat neck tunic in crimson wool jersey decorated on upper chest and lower sleeves with arabesques cut from beige facecloth; on the upper arms are set simulated puffs of white cotton; the neck and sleeves are edged with lace.
Dimensions
  • Neck to hem ( laid flat) length: 71.5cm
  • Neckline ( laid flat) width: 24.5cm
  • Width at widest point ( laid flat) width: 61cm
  • Combined boxed weight weight: 10kg
Collection
Accession number
S.778-1982

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Record createdJuly 1, 2009
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