Created by
Unidentified
Designed by
Holder, Geoffrey, Trinidadian American, 1930 - 2014
Worn by
De Shields, André, American, born 1946
Date
1975
Medium
polyester with ribbon, monofilament and canvas
Dimensions
H x W (flat): 82 × 115 in. (208.3 × 292.1 cm)
Description
Cape from The Wiz costume ensemble worn by André De Shields in the original 1975 Broadway production. The exterior of the cape is made of a cream synthetic fiber. The cape has an oversized stand-up collar, with squared tips made of a stiff plastic or paper and covered in cream satin synthetic fabric. Monofilament is used to attach the corners of the collar to the body of the cape so it stands up and curls over the back of the head. The cape is lined with a red satin synthetic fiber. A white grosgrain ribbon attaches to the top to tie the cape in place around the wearer's neck. There are stains throughout.
Place used
New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Clothing - Costume
Type
capes (outerwear)
Topic
Actors
Broadway Theatre
Clothing and dress
Costume
Costume design
Design
Entertainers
Musical Theatre
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of André De Shields
Object number
2018.1.3.2
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a03eb71c-22dc-4800-a9c0-49263cf3a892

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