8th Dec, 2020 10:00
TV, Film, Sport Memorabilia, Comics & Collectables
HILDA WETTON (1896-1980) - HAND DRAWN WINDMILL THEATRE SHOWGIRL COSTUME DESIGN
HILDA WETTON (1896-1980) - HAND DRAWN WINDMILL THEATRE SHOWGIRL COSTUME DESIGN. A fantastic original drawing in ink by Hilda Wetton c1930s, famed designer of cabaret dancer costumes notably for performers in 'Showgirls' at the Windmill Theatre, Soho circa 1937. Depicting a dancer clad in a risque floral design. Measures 14.5 x 33.5cm. Some losses and wear to corners, otherwise good condition. References: See documentary on The Windmill Theatre via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F42U4aNFPDc with Hilda drawing from 4.54 onwards. Other examples of Hilda's other works are also held by the V&A and can be seen at http://collections.vam.ac.uk/name/wetton-hilda/A39361/
Sold for £50
Hammer Price
HILDA WETTON (1896-1980) - HAND DRAWN WINDMILL THEATRE SHOWGIRL COSTUME DESIGN. A fantastic original drawing in ink by Hilda Wetton c1930s, famed designer of cabaret dancer costumes notably for performers in 'Showgirls' at the Windmill Theatre, Soho circa 1937. Depicting a dancer clad in a risque floral design. Measures 14.5 x 33.5cm. Some losses and wear to corners, otherwise good condition. References: See documentary on The Windmill Theatre via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F42U4aNFPDc with Hilda drawing from 4.54 onwards. Other examples of Hilda's other works are also held by the V&A and can be seen at http://collections.vam.ac.uk/name/wetton-hilda/A39361/
Auction: TV, Film, Sport Memorabilia, Comics & Collectables, 8th Dec, 2020
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Monday 7th December 10am-5pm (by appointment only)
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