Percy Grainger photographed modelling a grass skirt and beadwork, and self-made neck collar, 1909. Photographed by his mother, Rose Grainger.

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Title

Percy Grainger photographed modelling a grass skirt and beadwork, and self-made neck collar, 1909. Photographed by his mother, Rose Grainger.

Subject

Description

Sepia toned black and white photograph.

10.7 x 8.3 cm

This photograph captures Percy Grainger wearing a grass skirt and jewellery in the form of armbands and necklaces, and holding a pole. The grass skirt and armbands were created by artists in Oceania, and acquired by Percy Grainger in Australia. Grainger created the neck collar while on tour in Australia.

Date

12 August 1909

Format

Photograph

Type

Identifier

17.0020.2
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