Object Details
Created by
Unidentified
Subject of
Bernadine M. Anderson, American, born 1942
Black Stuntmen's Association, founded 1967
Description
Black hard-sided makeup case with silver metal hardware, including a lock & key mechanism. Hinged lid with a single, black plastic handle. Top compartment is a tray divided into two (2) sections. Underside of lid is lined with green felt. At the center is a square mirror flanked by a black elastic band on either side. The front panel is a hinged flap that folds down to reveal eight (8) wooden drawers. Each drawer has a mirrored bottom and silver-colored metal pull. Contains an array of makeup products (including stage makeup) such as foundation, blush, eye liner, adhesives, hair products, applicators, and eye shadow totaling 128 pieces.
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Bernadine M. Anderson
Date
1970s - 1990s
Object number
2014.15.1
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
Type
cases (containers)
Medium
metal , plastic , wood , elastic
Dimensions
H x W x D (Closed): 15 × 16 3/8 × 8 1/2 in. (38.1 × 41.6 × 21.6 cm)
H x W x D (Open): 19 3/8 × 17 × 19 1/4 in. (49.2 × 43.2 × 48.9 cm)
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National Museum of African American History and Culture Collection
Classification
Tools and Equipment
Exhibition
Taking the Stage
On View
NMAAHC (1400 Constitution Ave NW), National Mall Location, Culture/Fourth Floor, 4 054
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Topic
African American
Associations and institutions
Cosmetics
Film
Hollywood (Film)
Labor
Professional organizations
Race discrimination
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2014.15.1