Marionette
- Object Name:
- Marionette
- Object ID:
- 2004.022.10
- Creator:
- New England Marionette Opera
Craftsperson - Place of Origin:
- Peterborough, NH
- Date:
- 1992-1998
- Description:
- Head for marionette, Lady Macbeth, for the opera "Macbeth," performed at the New England Marionette Opera in Peterborough, NH, 1992-1998. Neoprene, light gray/brown with many dark brown spots and black neck. Never used. Made from mold 2004.022.09. Cubist style, with no eyes. Vertical mold seam on front and back.
- Material:
- Neoprene
- Dimensions:
- H-7 W-3.5 D-4.5 inches
- Provenance:
- Made for the opera "Macbeth," performed at the New England Marionette Opera in Peterborough, NH, 1992-1998. Edward R. (Ted) Leach was the founder and director of the opera company. The theater burned on January 1, 1999, destroying almost all of the marionettes and sets. Made from mold 2004.022.09. Sculpted by Pamela Stevens.
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Edward R. and Beverly D. Leach
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