Sold for:
$5,120
$5,120
A black sequined dance leotard made for Jane Russell as Dorothy Shaw in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The costume consists of a black satin boned leotard embellished with jet-like sequins in a vermicelli pattern and rhinestone trim and a matching sequin bicorne hat. The costume is not seen in the final cut of the film. Russell and Marilyn Monroe wear the costumes in the film’s official trailer and many publicity images. Post-production alterations present. Costume design by Academy Award winner William “Billy” Travilla. Categories: Marilyn Monroe
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2016-11-17
