Baker, Josephine. (1906–1975) Bracelet owned and worn by Josephine Baker

Baker, Josephine. (1906–1975)

Bracelet owned and worn by Josephine Baker

Large enamel and wood bangle, patterned in black and white stripes, said to have been owned and worn by the legendary dancer, singer, and actress. One panel of white enamel has become detached, but could easily be re-glued; some light wear; overall in very good condition. 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter.

From the collection of historian and librarian Larry Richards, expert on African-American culture and history, and the author of the book African American Films Through 1959: A Comprehensive, Illustrated Filmography. Richards died suddenly in 2008, leaving behind his collection of hundreds of motion picture posters featuring African-American stars and addressing African-American issues, as well as rare broadsides, window cards, and ephemera. A part of his collection is now held by the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Apart from this provenance and the piece being contained in a box labeled "Josephine Baker Bracelet" in an unknown hand, we unfortunately do not have any further information about the provenance. (16691)

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