Sketches, Period Gowns, 1920s, v.74, 1920s
Scope and Contents
Loose 50 sketches of period costumes from early 1920s, (old-volume .74), in 2 folders. Interpretations of historical costume, ethnic garments, and theatrical costumes. Sketches with titles like "Moyen Age", "Italian", "Egyptian" and "Hindu" (the latter has a note "for Miss Van Cliff"). According to notes on the drawings some designs are for stage productions: "Miss Claire Act I", "Act 2, Scene 2"; some of the designs are variations of the same outfit; some with swatches of fabrics attached. In the second folder (US.NNFIT.SC.1.2.2.14) there is a group of drawings of robes/suits of Chinese inspired pants and tunics that were bound in small portfolio, some of these drawings are signed by Dorothy, Barker, Alison, Mand T., one of them is stamped on verso with "Marie Cook 58 West 57th st.", and "Lucile Staff, Inc."
Dates
- Creation: 1920s
Creator
- From the Collection: Duff Gordon, Lucy, Lady (1863-1935) (Person)
- From the Collection: Lucile Ltd. (Organization)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Access is open to researchers by appointment at the Fashion Institute of Technology Library, Department of Special Collections and FIT Archive. If you have any questions, or wish to schedule an appointment contact us at [email protected] or call (212) 217-4385.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 1 placeholder : 14 linear feet Photographs, sketches, photographs of sketches, brochures, newspaper and magazine clippings, records, advertisements, fashion plates, fashion illustrations, photo transfers, scrapbooks
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Leaves are brittle, discolored, and beginning to tear. All material is interleaved with tissue for protection.
Physical Description
50 sketches, 50 leaves
General
Published
Processing Information
old-US.NNFIT.SC.1.1.1.20 - box 5 - Previously named "Period Gowns"; title altered to suit content after reorganization in 2010.
Topical
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and FIT Archive Repository