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Peter nelson Collection

Collection of costumes, photography, journals, and paintings and sketches from the personal collection of ballet dancer and teacher Peter Nelson.  

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costume worn by peter nelson for "prince igor" ballet

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Peter Nelson's "Prince Igor" costume, created by Barbara Karinska.
Original ballet tunic, shirt, hat, and sash that were a part of Peter Nelson's "Prince Igor" costume. 

Costume was designed and created by legendary costumer Barbara Karinska. 

Peter Nelson later painted a portrait of himself in this costume (see item below).  
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Hat from Peter Nelson's "Prince Igor" costume, created by Barbara Karinska.

Peter Nelson's Self portrait in "prince igor" costume 1967

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​Oil painting by Peter Nelson of himself in costume for the "Prince Igor" role. 

​Signed "Frank Peter Nelson 1967"


Sketches of dancers by peter nelson

Variety of sketches of dancers drawn by Peter Nelson. 
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Sketch by Peter Nelson. Dated 1953
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Sketch by Peter Nelson. Dated 1963
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Sketch by Peter Nelson. Undated

Silk vest from costume worn by peter nelson

Silk vest from a costume worn by Peter Nelson. A photograph of him wearing it is on the Right. 
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Silk pants from costume worn by peter nelson

​Silk pants from a costume worn by Peter Nelson. A photograph of him wearing it is on the Right.
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Collages of Dance images  by peter nelson

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John lindquist photograph of peter nelson at jacob's pillow dance festival circa 1956

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