Rudolf Nureyev's doublet from 'Romeo and Juliet' Act I, for the London Festival Ballet production, London, Coliseum, 1977, designed by Ezio Frigerio, with inked inscription to the rayon lining 'Rudi', of cinnamon-red satin, with full, panelled sleeves, velcro fastened to the front, piped and edged in velvet rouleaux, top-stitched stand collar, chest 97cm, 38in Provenance: Acquired by the vendor in 1991 directly from the English National Ballet Wardrobe Department (formerly the London Festival Ballet). This production not only starred Nureyev, but he choreographed it also. The first night was the 2nd June 1977 at the London Coliseum with Patricia Ruanne dancing as Juliet. The show was also performed in January 1978 at the Palais des Sports in Paris with Patricia Ruanne, alternating with Eva Evdokimova, Elisabett Terabust, and Lynn Seymour in the role of Juliet.

The front hemline of the doublet appears to have been altered and the satin under-arm panels have been replaced. The doublet has been heavily used and has discoloured in patches generally. There is a crude patched repair at the left underarm. Lining is badly discoloured. Pleats at edge of right shoulder are rubbed.