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- A Manufacturer Melbourne, Australia
- A Designer (Possible) Melbourne, Australia
- A User Melbourne, Australia
Necklace - Prue Acton, Purple Painted Wood, 1980s
Reg. No: SH 942351
- Summary:
- This necklace was manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in the 1980s. It was possibly designed by staff member Corrin La Roque. It was worn by the donor.
According to ex General & Marketing Manager of Prue Acton Pty Ltd all ranges were accessorised for local and overseas markets. - Description:
- Wooden necklace of semi-circular shape and six beads, three on either side, joined together by a black satin cord. Handpainted with inscription. Two red circular stickers on back.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 1994
| Discipline: | History |
| Dimensions: | 45.00 cm (Height), 15.20 cm (Length) |
More information
| Tagged with: | fashion, fashion design, fashion industry, jewellery, women s clothing accessories |
| Themes this item is part of: | Clothing & Textiles Collection, Domestic & Community Life Collection |
| Primary Classification: | CLOTHING & PERSONAL ACCESSORIES |
| Secondary Classification: | Jewellery |
| Tertiary Classification: | necklaces |
| Inscriptions: | Handpainted on wood, in red paint: FOR PRUE WITH LOVE CORRAN XX. |
| Manufacturer: | Prue Acton Pty. Ltd. (and/or Contractors), Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1980-1989 |
| Designer (Possible): | Corrin La Roque, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1980-1989 |
| User: | Prue Acton, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1980-1991 |
| References: | RMIT Collection |
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Comments
Designer: "corrin"
Too hard basket for the correct name?