Guide to the Collection of French Theatrical Costume Etchings MS.P.055
Processed by Andre Ambrus.
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Title: Collection of French theatrical costume etchings
Identifier/Call Number: MS.P.055
Physical Description:
0.2 Linear Feet
(1 box)
Date (inclusive): circa 1810-1830
Abstract: Collection comprises 166 French
theatrical and operatic costume etchings, each approximately 6 x 9 inches. Each color plate
is individually numbered and titled indicating the theatrical roles, names of famous
artists, and theatrical performances in which costumes were used. Plates are stored in a
case marked "Galerie Dramatique, 901 Á 1200."
Language of Material:
English .
Collection is open for research.
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Acquired, 2002.
Processed by Andre Ambrus, 2003.
Collection Scope and Content Summary
Collection comprises 166 French theatrical and operatic costume etchings, each
approximately 6 x 9 inches. Each color plate is individually numbered and titled indicating
the theatrical roles, names of famous artists, and theatrical performances in which costumes
were used. Plates are stored in a case marked "Galerie Dramatique, 901 Á 1200."
This series originally included 1600 cards numbered 1-1600. The range of this collection is
12-1581, but the bulk of the etchings are from the 600-1000 sequence. Figure 66 is wrapped
in a holograph letter with lyrics. Some plates are not colored and include duplicates along
with handwritten notations either on the front or back of cards. The discrepancy between the
appearance of some of the prints suggests that this set was compiled from 2 or more
different collections.
MS-P43, Parisian Fashion Etchings Collection.
box 1
Color plates circa 1810-circa 1830