conservation grade costume display - body options


female costume figure with flexible elbows

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gems studio has specialised in producing conservation grade costume figures since the 1920’s. We have an extensive range of extremely versatile figures, designed to suit both period and contemporary costume. These include a variety of different sized torso and leg positions.

These figures have a very fine surface finish, making them particularly suitable for the presentation of conservation grade costume where the delicacy of the garment is of special concern. Their body shapes are designed to accept costume padding well and special attention is paid in production to eliminating sharp edges.

Other features include:

- a telescopic waist fitting to adjust height for different costume lengths
- flexible elbow joints for repositioning arms and to minimise garment stress
- a full range of body sizes and shapes
- modification of figures available to meet client's specific measurements
- finishing in a variety of paint types and colours

- backfitting option, for use with original footwear

We have extensive experience of working with curators and conservators to develop bespoke, made to measure figures for specific costume. Our staff are able to advise where needed and come on-site to fit as required.

All costume figures are made by hand in our London, England factory, to your bespoke specification.


For more details or an informal consultation:
call Bianca Wint on 020 7017 1952 or e-mail info@gems-studio.com