Designed by
Lynn, Judanna, American
Worn by
Anderson, Lauren, American, born 1965
Used by
Houston Ballet Company, American, founded 1955
Date
2000
Medium
tulle, pearl, sequin, and metal thread
Dimensions
H x W (closed): 2 1/2 × 9 1/2 in. (6.4 × 24.1 cm)
Description
The collar for a Cleopatra ballet costume worn by Lauren Anderson for the Houston Ballet Company. The collar is a deep red color with metallic red threads. There is a shiny gold appliqué on the collar in varying shapes, including loops and swirls. There are several openings in the appliqué where the red base can be seen. In each of the areas of red there is a pearl attached. The inside of the collar is black mesh. There is a piece of metallic gold mesh with a wider weave attached at the back. There is a black hook and eye clasp to fasten the collar.
Place used
Houston, Harris County, Texas, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Clothing - Costume
Type
collars (neckwear)
Topic
Ballet
Clothing and dress
Costume
Costume design
Dance
Design
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Houston Ballet
Object number
2019.19.4
Restrictions & Rights
Unknown - Restrictions Possible
Rights assessment and proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5afbd6496-93e9-4c4c-92c9-5bf77ce1b0e8

Cataloging is an ongoing process and we may update this record as we conduct additional research and review. If you have more information about this object, please contact us at NMAAHCDigiTeam@si.edu

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