Costume, Theater
Object number2016.75.20
Date1941-1962
MediumSynthetic fabric; Cotton; Silk; Metal
Credit LineTransfer from Library of Congress, Gift of Barbara Edwards Lee
DescriptionDress costume. Floor-length. Long-sleeve. Cream-peach fabric with same color vertical pattern stripes in the fabric. Round neckline. Natural waistline. Bottom of skirt has green fabric band above beige ruffle band that features black floral pattern bordering faded polychrome floral pattern. Opens down back with four metal snaps and one hook-and-eye fastener. Bodice and sleeves are lined with beige fabric. Bottom of skirt has beige open-weave fabric lining.DimensionsHeight: 49 in. (124.5 cm)Width (Width between shoulder seams): 13.5 in. (34.3 cm)
Width (Width at waist): 15 in. (38.1 cm)
Historical NotesCostume from the National Negro Opera Company. The opera company was active from 1941 to 1962, and was organized in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Related institution
National Negro Opera Company
Related person
Mary Cardwell Dawson
Terms
On View
Not on view
1941-1962
Marlow White Uniforms, Inc.
Kathy Peterson
c. 1948
c. 1895
1941-1962
1941-1962