28th Jan, 2021 9:30

The January Fine Art, Antiques & Jewellery Auction

 
Lot 91
 
Lot 91 - A theatrical costume design by Cecil Beaton...
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A theatrical costume design by Cecil Beaton (1904-1980), for ‘Aren’t We All - Act III’, watercolour on paper, portraying the character of Angela Lynton, from the 1953 touring production, signed 'Beaton', 45cm x 35 cm, unframed.

Provenance: From the estate of the late Patrick Wheatley, renowned theatrical and film costume designer. (See Dawsons website article for more details)

'Aren't We All' a Frederick Lonsdale revival starred Marjorie Fielding (Angela Lynton), Jane Baxter (Hon. Mrs. W. Tatham) and Marie Lohr (Lady Frinton). Performed at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in 1953 (hosting even a Coronation performance), Cecil Beaton designed the costumes for Binkie Beaumont.

Sold for £850


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A theatrical costume design by Cecil Beaton (1904-1980), for ‘Aren’t We All - Act III’, watercolour on paper, portraying the character of Angela Lynton, from the 1953 touring production, signed 'Beaton', 45cm x 35 cm, unframed.

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