#429

Costume Worn by Shirley Temple in Early Film for Educational Studios
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Description
Comprising a shadowprint pink silk blouse with tiered ruffled collar, and puffed sleeves, under a tuxedo-style vest with wide lapels and fancy button closure, and with a black felt brimmed cap, the large signature diaper pin, and a pair of early (well-worn) tap shoes. A vintage photograph of Shirley wearing the costume is included. The costume was made for Shirley's role by her mother, Gertrude Temple.