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Mid 20th C Harlequin Costume Wookey Hole Clown Museum Fairground Circus Curio

$675.83
£495
€582.29
CA$941.06
A$1,011.12
CHF 542.46
MX$11,912.18

About the Item

A vintage harlequin costume with its original hat and glove, from the Wookey Hole collection, donated from the Clowns Gallery Museum. Mid 20th century in age, a hand full of nibbles and nicks to the main costume itself, some larger areas of wear to the backs of the hat and glove please refer to the photographs provided. 147cm in length 40cm in diameter at waist
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 57.88 in (147 cm)Diameter: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    mid 20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612148308402

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