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"Too Late Blues"

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Costume sketch by Edith Head for Stella Stevens' character Jess Polanski in the film "Too Late Blues." The dress is black velvet with white fox cuffs.

Date Created:
circa 1961
Creator:
Head, Edith

Publication Information

Creator
Head, Edith
Date Created
circa 1961

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 drawing
Dimensions
33 x 42 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

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COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Conditions For Use
This image is issued by the Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research. For further information, contact WCFTR. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Center. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied for resale or distribution as a photoprint, used as agency stock, or used in any other enterprise. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research.
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research
Unique ID
W0147LB
Legacy ID
WHi 95459

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