Saving the Messel magic

This personal archive of one of the twentieth century’s foremost theatrical designers, Oliver Messel (1904-1978), includes scrapbooks, sketchbooks, costume and set designs. The acquisition will ensure the archive stays together and is made accessible to the public.

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A file of correspondence from the Oliver Messel Archive
A file of correspondence from the Oliver Messel Archive
Region
South West
Grant awarded
£80,000
Year awarded