This purple doublet is an excellent example of how costumes are altered and adapted for new productions. The piece likely originated with the 1955 film π»ππ πͺππππ π±πππππ, where Basil Rathbone wore it as Sir Ravenhurst. It is possible that it came from an earlier production, as π»ππ πͺππππ π±πππππ did recycle some of its costumes. Β The costume was used again in the 1961 film πΊπππ πΎππππ πππ πππ π»ππππ πΊππππππ, where Guy Rolfe wore it as Count Oga. The costume underwent alterations to give it the look of having slashed sleeves. Β Want to learn more, or see more costumes from π»ππ πͺππππ π±πππππ? Visit our website! Bit.ly/TudEliz228 Β Β
