Herbert Norris costume designs, 1897-1939

Summary

Creator:
Norris, Herbert
Date:
1897-1939
Extent:
3.6 Linear Feet (128 items in 3 document boxes, 2 oversized boxes )
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Herbert Norris costume designs, ms820, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of costume designs by Herbert Norris from 1897-1939. The watercolor designs, signed and dated by the artist, carry annotations giving the historical source of the design, the character, the actor and production for which the costume was intended, and instructions on the construction and wearing of the costume. Many of the designs are for productions of "The Rocklitz" (1931) and "Richard III" (1939).

Biographical / historical:

Herbert Norris was an English costume designer in the early 20th century.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Herbert Norris costume designs, ms820, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.