Costume, Theater
Object number2016.75.24
Date1941-1962
MediumSilk satin; Cotton; Fabric; Metallic lace; Metal
Credit LineTransfer from Library of Congress, Gift of Barbara Edwards Lee
DescriptionTunic costume. Rectangular front and back panels. Blue satin fabric with overlay of metallic lace; polychrome floral embroidery; gold sequins; and red, blue, and purple rectangular shapes. Brown brocade trim. Sleeveless. Open down sides. Short opening at top of back has metal hook-and-eye fastener. Lined with beige open-weave fabric.DimensionsHeight x Width: 34 x 24 in. (86.4 x 61 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 view1880-1889
1941-1962
1941-1962
1941-1962
1941-1962
1941-1962
1941-1962
1941-1962