Summary
These accessories were designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in 1981-1982. They were worn as neckpieces &/or belts with the Preu Acton Gum Leaf dresses (SH 942066 and SH 942067.)
Physical Description
Two decorative costume accessories of gum leaf and nut design, comprising artificial leaves of pink and green leather and silk. Real gumnuts and brass beads are attached to brown plaited leather thonging. (1) 4 silk leaves, two pink and two green, 1 brass bead, 1 large gumnut. (2) 3 green leather leaves, 3 green silk leaves, 3 brass beads, 2 small gumnuts, 2 synthetic 'blossom' tassels, 1 pink, 1 white
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 21 Nov 1994
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Manufacturer
Prue Acton Pty. Ltd. (and/or Contractors), Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1981-1982
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1981-1982
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
155 cm (Height)
.2: 127.00
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References
RMIT collection
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Keywords
Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Jewellery, Women's Clothing Accessories, Making History - Prue Acton, Innovation & Design
