Marx Brothers Masks, 1993
Scope and Contents
Three painted latex foam and chamois leather masks, made by the Spitting Image Workshop for the Spitting Swanns Limited theatrical production of Sergei Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf symphonic tale. These masks are in the representation of the members of the American comedy act, The Marx Brothers: Chico, Groucho and Harpo. These masks were used as ornamentation in the theatre-setting for the production (SI/373 (a to c)).
Dates
- Creation: 1993
Creator
- Spitting Image Productions Limited (TV/Film Production Company) (1981-) (United Kingdom) (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright - held by Roger Law.
Extent
1 archive box(es) (Items are currently held in a polystyrene box, which needs to be replaced.) : Latex foam; leather
Language of Materials
English
Separated Materials
See parent record.
Subject
- Marx, Chico, 1887-1961 (Comedian) (Person)
- Marx, Groucho, 1890-1977 (Comedian) (Person)
- Marx, Harpo, 1888-1964 (Comedian) (Person)
- Prokofiev, Sergei Sergeyevich, 1891-1953 (Composer) (Person)
Repository Details
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