'Imogen' in 'CYMBELINE'
Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, RA (Dronrijp 1836 - Wiesbaden 1912)
Category
Costume
Date
1896
Materials
Cotton, Glass, Metal, Silk
Place of origin
London
Order this imageCollection
Smallhythe Place, Kent
NT 1118830
Summary
Costume worn by Ellen Terry as 'Imogen' in 'CYMBELINE', Lyceum Theatre 1896. Designed by Lawrence Alma-Tadema. Silk(?) or early synthetic mesh or gauze closely pleated underdress, bodice and sleeves. Overskirt of purple and orange silk twills. Over bodice of gold lame embellished with coins, baubles and glass jewels.
Makers and roles
Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, RA (Dronrijp 1836 - Wiesbaden 1912), designer