The costume was designed by Brenton Heath-Kerr.

Costume made by Brenton Heath-Kerr and painter Darian Zam.

1994

The costume was worn by Brenton Heath-Kerr

Performance costume, 'Betty Page', laminated cardboard, Brenton Heath-Kerr/ Darian Zam, Australia, 1994. Costume entitled 'Betty Page' made from laminated cardboard painted with the figure of Hollywood idol Betty Page wearing black laced bra, underpants, suspenders, stockings and long gloves. Costume is made with a front and back view with articulated joints and is worn over a black bodysuit. Original drawings for costume included.
(-1) Body, front and back, with articulated pieces representing upper arms and thighs
(-2) Head, back and front
(-3:4) Legs, (2), back and front
(-5:6) Arms, (2), back and front
(-7:8) Hands, (2), back and front
(-9) Body suit, black jersey with covered hands. feet and head. Holes cut in head for mouth and eyes
(-10:33) Design drawings

Made: Heath-Kerr, Brenton; Sydney; 1994

: Zam, Darian; Sydney

: Heath-Kerr, Brenton; Sydney


Used: Heath-Kerr, Brenton; Sydney

97/175/1

1994

1800 mm