Sandals Worn by Modjeska in "Cleopatra"
ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-footwear
Associated with
Madame Helena Modjeska Chlapowska
(1840 - 1909)
Datec. 1880
Made AtParis, France, Europe
MediumLeather, wood, cotton and metal
DimensionsEach: 9 1/2 × 9 × 2 1/2 in. (24.1 × 22.9 × 6.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. James S. Rice
Object number2883a,b
DescriptionSandals, gold kidskin lined with white kidskin and laced with gold braid. Worn by Madame Modjeska in her role of "Cleopatra." From the electric lighting to the costuming made in Paris to “historical specifications,” the expenses for the Polish debut of Antony and Cleopatra were enormous. The production was given unfavorable reviews by the critics, but they did not hurt Modjeska’s reputation as an actress.On View
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