Probably made in Australia. by a member of the Jandaschewsky family

These costumes were probably used throughout the lifespan of the 'Do Re Mi' act. Guillaume Jandaschewsky repaired his costumes often in order to prolong their lifespan.

These suits were used in the performances of Do Re Mi one of the troupes formed by the Jandaschewskys. By the 1914-1930 period, Guillaume, Arthur, Charles and Ysidra would be accompanied by young women. This possibly was the costume of these dancers/acrobats.
The Jandaschewsky family collection was kept together by the last remaining family member, Arthur 'Jandy' Jandaschewsky. During the last years of his life 'Jandy' sold the collection to his friend John Anastasiadis. Mr Anastasiadis kept the collection for a 25 year period, having built a repository for housing and exhibiting it at his own home. In 1994 he sold the collection to the MAAS in order to keep it together, and in New South Wales, according to 'Jandy's' wishes.

Costume, circus, women's leotard, velvet/metal/plastic, 'Do Re Mi', Australia, 1914-1930.
A leotard circus costume worn by 'Do Re Mi' dancers. A leotard of black velvet with 'musical motif' of bar of music sewn in silver metallic braid, notes represent the 'Do Re Mi' musical act. A decorative braid of silver metallic thread trims shoulder straps and top front and back of playsuit, hem trimmed with silver metallic braid, sequins and hanging plastic beaded baubles, shoulder straps meet close to centre back. Press-stud fastening on wearer's right sideseam. Metallic braid worn and discoloured, with some sequins and baubles missing. Playsuit unlined.

Made: Do Re Mi; Australia; 1914 - 1930

: Jandaschewsky family; Australia


Used: Jandaschewsky family; Europe

Used: Do Re Mi; Europe

Owned: Jandaschewsky family;

Owned: Jandaschewsky, Arthur 'Jandy';

Owned: Anastasiadis, John;

none

95/28/16

1914 - 1930

500 mm