$3,840
A dance costume worn by Joan Crawford in Mannequin (MGM, 1937). The costume comprises a sleeveless bodice with a peplum covered with solid jet-like and gold tone sequins, pleated tulle embellished with sequins to the shoulder, and a pair of sequin-covered dance pants. Costume design by Adrian. The bodice is inscribed "Pat Denise," indicating that the costume may have been used in an additional production. Pat Denise, also known under the Russian pseudonym Alexandra Denisova, was a dancer with a career in Hollywood that began in the 1940s. Accompanied by a black and white studio image of Crawford. Previously exhibited at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas and at The Sharon Landa Gallery in Hollywood, California, 1971. PROVENANCE "M-G-M Auction After Sale," David Weisz Co., Los Angeles, 1970 From the Collection of Glenn Brown Categories:
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2014-04-11
