Torso piece
Collection:Ballets Russes Collection
Classification(s):
Accessory
Date: c.1909-1929
Medium: Textile
Object number: BRS.A.03
DescriptionTorso piece, part of a costume for a dancer. The designer of the accessory is unknown. The accessory would have been worn on stage during a Ballet Russes production, c.1909-1929. The production is also unknown.
The body piece is made from leather, it has applique decoration to front including a red triangle at centre. The body piece fastens around the neck and waist. To the reverse is a name written in ink “Koshminska”, possibly the name of a dancer or character.
The body piece is made from leather, it has applique decoration to front including a red triangle at centre. The body piece fastens around the neck and waist. To the reverse is a name written in ink “Koshminska”, possibly the name of a dancer or character.