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Oliver Messel collection of theatre designs

Oliver Messel, c. 1925–c. 1975

Oliver Messel was a central figure in 20th Century British design, designing for many plays, musicals, ballets, operas and films as well as wartime camouflage and other textiles and interior decor. He is most famous for his work at the Royal Opera House and Glyndebourne. The collection includes models, paper designs, photographs, and a few actual costumes and masks.

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Title of artwork, date

Oliver Messel collection of theatre designs, c. 1925–c. 1975

Date supported

2005

Medium and material

Paper & textiles & mixed media

Dimensions

Various

Grant

70000

Total cost

419440

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