Series VI: Art and Artifacts

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{"value"=>"1880-2014", "type"=>"inclusive", "normal"=>"1880/2014"}
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{"value"=>"Series VI: Art and Artifacts"}
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{"value"=>"<p>The Art and Artifacts series, spanning from 1880 to 1994, features a diverse range of objects that address Suzanne Farrell's influence, relationships, and personal interests.</p> <p>This series includes artwork by individuals such as Rouben Ter-Arutunian and Ben Benson, featuring costume designs for <span class=\"title\">Who Cares?</span>, sculptures of Farrell, and a handmade figurine depicting her in <span class=\"title\">Mozartiana</span>.</p> <p>The artifacts encompass antique Eastern European dolls, commemorative souvenir medals, a small tea saucer gifted by a student, and other items of personal significance.</p> <p>The textiles showcase costumes, including the gown Farrell wore to receive the Kennedy Center Honors, a costume from <span class=\"title\">Sophisticated Lady</span>, scarves which Farrell frequently wore to do warm-ups in, and various traditional headwear. Noteworthy items include a pair of pink satin ballet slippers signed by Farrell, a white ballet slipper with a sash inscribed \"To my George, love Suzanne,\" a cast metal baby shoe, and a white leather baby bootie.</p> <p>Additionally, religious items such as a childhood prayer book and a framed Russian Orthodox icon reflect the importance of religion and spirituality in Farrell's life. Many of the Russian Orthodox ornaments and objects were given to her from George Balanchine.</p>"}
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1880
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1880
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2014
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1880
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2014
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13.09 linear feet (19 boxes, 1 oversize folder)

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  1. Artwork [11/1]
  2. Artifacts [7/1]
  3. Costumes, Clothing, and Footwear [9/1]
  4. Religious Objects