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EXPERIENCE ONE
From the Great Depression to Great Wealth
Quante Upright Piano
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Pianos made by Quante in the 19 century were favorites of
cabaret patrons due to their unusual string resonance. This one
found its way into a first class saloon in San Francisco, and survived
the great earthquake, sustaining only a warped top as damage.
Drinks or tokes for the pianist were placed on the wide wooden
block to the left of the keyboard.
Inv. PO002.013
John Broadwood Piano
This rare Broadwood Piano made by John Broadwood, is one of
the oldest in existence. (c. 1788). It pre-dates an almost identical
one from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. (c. 1792). Broadwood
was one of the early contributors to the invention of the piano.
The foot pedals are located at the ends of the front leg supports
Inv. PO002.005
Violin, belonging to Liberace’s Brother George
Fecit Anno 1972.
Full scale violin with dark wood chinrest and plastic tortoiseshell
band attached to the purfling to the right of the neck.
Inv. 2011.001.505
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Violin with battery-operated candelabra attachment
Antonius Stradivarius Cremonenfis Faciebat Anno 17 model violin
with clamp-on battery-powered candelabra attachment.
Inv. 2011.001.500
George’s violin case
Inv. 2011.001.508
Salvatore Liberace’s french horn
Inv. 2011.011.898
Large gold mirror
Louis XVth mirror. The ornate crest with leaf and scroll carving,
above the oval cartouche with mirrored etched flowers. The base
with ornate shell carvings. The mirror with etched flowers and
leaves.
Inv. 2011.001.601
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Liberace Portrait
Artist: Robert Lee Anderson.
Large portrait of Liberace at the piano wearing the Czar Nicholas
costume. Ornate wood and plaster frame.
Inv. 2011.001.044
Instrument stil- life painting
Gold leaf framed oil painting of a still life. The still life of a
mandolin, candle and musical score.
Inv. 2011.001.615
Painting of Paderewski
Artist: Stanley Jay Gordon.
Gold leaf framed oil painting of Paderewski.
Inv. 2011.001.599
Dancer Sculpture
“Arabesque” by Prince Monyo Mihailescu Nasturel
The bronze in a ballet position. Her hair, leotard and shoes are
done in a textured bronze. The dancer, posed on her left foot with
right foot extended and arms to her shoulders in traditional
arabesque pose. The bronze is on a polished plinth.
Inv. 2011.001.616
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Queen Anne Chairs
Wingback chairs, Louis XVIth style, upholstered in off-white
brocade
Inv. 2011.001.095, 2011.001.096
Living Room Table and Chairs
Round glass table
Brass and glass round table. The table with four curved brass supports
with a shelf and a center decoration of fruit. The table with four
decorative rings with attached fruit.
Inv. 2011.001.089
Two white Napoleonic style parlor suite chairs
Chair from Napoleonic style parlor suite. The chair decorated with ormolu
with rams heads and bow knots. The whole resting on tapered supports
ending in split-hooved feet. Upholstered in white silk with gold
embroidery of bees within wreaths, the symbol of Napoleon.
Inv. 2011.001.087-2011.001.088
Moser crystal “Splendid”
One place setting, selection of five of the 13 glasses and two plates
plus decanter and pitcher
From Moser's website - regarding the Splendid design:
Designed in 1911, Splendid is considered to be the magnum opus of
Moser’s designs. One of the most popular state service patterns in
the Moser collection, it has been commissioned by the Royal
Houses of Spain, Norway and England. Splendid is entirely diamond
crosscut by hand and topped off with a dramatic 24K gold band.
Inv. TBD
Pair of tall blue porcelain vases
French style monumental vases. The cobalt vases with slender
necks and ormolu in swags, front and back, with handles to each
side. The rim with beaded ormolu and the base with a bronze
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stand.
Inv. 2011.001.079, 2011.001.080
Pair of terracotta whippets
Inv. 2011.001.072, 2011.001.073
Gold clock
French style gilt bronze clock with a seated lady and a lyre to her
side, her foot resting on a Grecian column. The base decorated
with bows, leaves and cornucopias. The clock with beaded border
and curved supports.
Inv. 2011.001.076
Liberace Childhood Photographs
Photographys of Liberace’s father, 1920’s
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Photograph of Brother George, 1930’s
Liberace’s First Contract
1940 Red Room, Milwaukee
Inv. PA001.0023
Photographs of Liberace’s Palm Springs House
1988
Graduation Program W Milwaukee High School
1937
Inv. PA001.0011
Paderewski Program
Cincinnati, 1938
Laminated
Inv. PA001.0002
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Musician’s Union Application
Walter Liberace, 1938
Laminated
Inv. PA001.0012
Red Room Ad
1938
Laminated
Inv. PA001.0003
Shawano Glee Club Concert Program
1938
Laminated
Inv. PA001.0004
EXPERIENCE TWO
The Mash-up
Tiger Rag
Original Liberace Recording
Liszt Piano Concerto No. 2
Original Liberace Recording
Three Little Fishes & Liszt 14th Hungarian Rhapsody Original
Liberace Recording
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Liszt Piano 14 Hungarian Rhapsody
Original Liberace Recording
Pabst Theater Program
1944
Laminated
News Article, Milwaukee
1944, refers to Liberace’s unique mixed style
Laminated
EXPERIENCE THREE
Performance
Black Piano Keys Suit
Designer: Jim Lapidus
This costume was not designed for the stage, but for Liberace's
public appearances. He wore this black sequined suit adorned
with beaded piano keys theme at the 1973 celebration for the
publication 'Liberace - An Autobiography." The costume was also
worn when Liberace guest starred on the Cher special.
Shoes – Inv. PO001.173
Jacket – Inv. PO001.540
Pants – Inv. PO001.538
Tie, Bow – Inv. PO001.535
Brooch – Inv. PO001.536
Shirt – Inv. PO001.539
Neptune Costume
Designer: Michael Travis
The King Neptune Costume is the heaviest of all the non-fur
costumes, weighing over 200 pounds. It was created for Liberace's
appearance at the 1984 World's Fair in New Orleans. That same
year, Liberace also wore this particular costume for his
performances at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. It was
also worn in 1985 in Atlantic City and his shows at Caesars Palace
in 1986.
26 feet around circular cape, coral reef on interior of cape
Boot – Inv. PO001.028
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.029
Jacket – Inv. PO001.030
Dickey – Inv. PO001.031
Tie, Bow – Inv. PO001.032
Cuff – Inv. PO001.033
Cape – Inv. PO001.034
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Candelabra Ring
18k and platinum candelabra ring containing the following
diamonds: (5) .05cts to .06cts marquis shape; (10) .05cts round;
(1) .10cts round; (6) .10cts pear; (5) .08 tapered baguettes; (7)
.1015cts round. all diamonds are grades 1 and 2.
The ring was a gift from William Harrah of Harrah's Hotel and
Casino in Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
Inv. PO010.001
Grand Piano Ring
18k yellow gold Grand Piano ring containing the following
diamonds: (19) .15cts G-H color VSI to SI; (7) .10cts G-H color, VSI
to SI; (69) .03cts to .05cts Grade #1; (5) .02cts Grade #1; (36) .03
Grade #1; (23) .05cts rade #1; (73) .015 to .025 Grade #1. Total
weight of the ring is approx. 51grams.
Given to Liberace by Barron Hilton
Inv. PO010.002
Three Diamond “Pinky” Ring
This ring was presented to Liberace by the South African
Government to commemorate his visit in 1968. The ring is made of
18k yellow gold and contains 62 diamonds.
Inv. PO010.024
Royal Amethyst Ring
Elizabeth II, Queen of England, presented this amethyst ring to
Liberace during his third royal command performance on October
30, 1972. The 18k white gold ring contains one "free form" cut
amethyst and 46 diamonds.
Inv. PO010.003
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“LIBERACE” Diamond Buttons
These custom-made diamond buttons were made for Liberace by
Bill Tenbrink, a Beverly Hills jeweler. He wore them on a black suit
of tails. Placed together the buttons spell out L-I-B-E-R-A-C-E. Each
of the buttons is made of 14k white gold and contains
approximately 50 diamonds.
Inv. PO010.011 - PO010.018
“Liberace” Necklace
20" 14k yellow gold, double loop chain with attached 14k yellow
gold keyboard pendant with script "Liberace" on top. Pendant
contains imitation stones. Total weight in gold is approx. 80 grams.
Inv. PO010.009
Piano Watch
The piano watch was a gift to Liberace from Seymour Heller, his
business manager, to commemorate 25 years in show business.
The watch is made of 18k yellow gold and contains 247 diamonds.
Inv. PO010.019
Jeweled Microphone
Inv. 2010.001.256
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Large Swarovski™ crystal
115,000 carat clear rhinestone.
1985.
Gift from Daniel Swarovski in
Inv. PO010.026
Candelabra
Louis XVth-style candelabra. With five arms with leaf decorations
and a center socket. The pedestal with leaf decorations and the
base on three scroll supports.
Inv. 2011.001.015
Rhinestone Baldwin Grand Piano
c. 1976
This Baldwin piano was one of Liberace’s favorites. He had it made
to match his rhinestone costume and car. It was last used in the
finale of Liberace’s Radio City Music Hall performances in 1986.
Inv. PO002.009
Rhinestone Roadster
This luxury car was customized in the style of a Duisenberg
Roadster. It is adorned with thousands of rhinestones to match
Liberace’s rhinestone costume and his rhinestone Baldwin piano.
The car was last used in the finale of Liberace’s 1986 performance
at Radio City Music Hall.
Inv. PO003.005
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Moonlight Sonata
Recording
Outside of Foundation’s Collection:
Original costumes, instruments, and objects from collaborating contemporary entertainers
EXPERIENCE FOUR
The Dressing Room
“Upside-Down” Monkey Fur Cape
Costume design by: Michael Travis
Cape design by: Anna Nateece
This unique “Upside-Down” Monkey Fur cape was worn by
Liberace at the Las Vegas Hilton in 1982 and during his crosscountry tour that same year. He first acquired the cape from
actress June Havoc, then had the cape redesigned for use in his
show.
Inv. TBD
Mexican “Matador” Costume
Designer: Michael Travis
The Mexican “Matador” costume with matching cape was first
worn by Liberace in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It was also
worn on stage at the Las Vegas Hilton and during his 1981 tour of
Mexico City.
Boots – Inv. PO001.084
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.085
Jacket – Inv. PO001.086
Dickey – Inv. PO001.087
Collar – Inv. PO001.088
Cuffs – Inv. PO001.089
Cape – Inv. PO001.090
Rare Empress Chinchilla Cape
Costume Design: Michael Travis
Fur Design: Anna Nateece
Cape – Inv. 2002.001.034
Boot – Inv. PO001.053
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.054
Jacket – Inv. PO001.055
Cuff – Inv. PO001.056
Dickey – Inv. PO001.057
Tie,Bow – Inv. PO001.058
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Art Deco Costume
Cape – Inv. 2011.001.420
Boot – Inv. PO001.333
Jacket – PO001.334
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.335
Cuff – Inv. PO001.336
Flame Jumpsuit and Cape
Designer: Michael Travis
Dickey – Inv. 2011.001.421
Dickey – Inv. 2011.001.422
Cuff – Inv. 2011.001.426
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.143
Cuff – Inv. PO001.144
Cuff – Inv. PO001.145
Cape – Inv. PO001.149
Boot – Inv. PO001.184
Black Diamond Mink Cape
Cape Design: Anna Nateece
The Black Diamond Mink Cape with mink scarf was designed and
produced in 1975. It is a diagonally worked floor-length natural
black diamond mink with a matching mink scarf. Consisting of 500
top quality skins, the lining features 40,000 hand sewn rhinestones
and weighs 150 pounds. Liberace wore this cape many times
during his shows in the 1970s and 1980s. Companion to
rhinestone car and piano.
Cape – Inv. PO001.341
Other Inv. Numbers TBD
Shoes
A selection of 15 - 25 pairs of Liberace’s costume shoes
Inv. TBD
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“Lasagna” Costume
Costume Design: Michael Travis
The Lasagne Costume was a particular favorite of Liberace's. He
wore it for many performances in 1982 and 1983. He would joke
that he wore this costume when he made lasagne because "it
didn't show the stains". The unique feature of this costume is its
sectional cape: when Liberace would spin around sections of the
cape would "fan" out.
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.059
Boots – Inv. PO001.060
Jacket – Inv. PO001.061
Dickey – Inv. PO001.062
Cape – Inv. PO001.063
Cuff – Inv. PO001.064
Cuff – Inv. PO001.065
Christmas Costume
Costume design by: Michael Travis
Fur design by: Anna Nateece
This unique red and white costume was first worn onstage in the
early 1980s at the Las Vegas Hilton during the Christmas season. It
was later worn during Liberace’s performances in 1985 and 1986 in
his final shows at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The
costume can also be seen on Liberace’s 1981 Christmas card.
Boots – Inv. PO001.104
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.105
Jacket – Inv. PO001.106
Cape – Inv. PO001107
Dickey – Inv. PO001.108
Cuff – Inv. PO001.109
Tie, Bow – Inv. PO001.110
Denim Cape and Jumpsuit
Designer: Jim Lapidus
The denim cape and matching jumpsuit was first worn by Liberace
for his concerts in 1974. It has iridescent gemstones throughout
the jumpsuit and cape.
Light blue denim jumpsuit
Boots – Inv. PO001.183
Necklace – Inv. PO001.229
Belt – Inv. PO001.230
Cape – Inv. PO001.231
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.232
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Gold Lame Jacket
Costume Design: Sy Devore
After wearing a white suit of tails at his Hollywood Bowl
performance in 1952, fans were curious to know what Liberace
would wear next. When asked after the concert, Liberace looked
at his sister’s gold lame dress and said “gold lame”. And thus
started what Liberace would later say had become an expensive
joke”. Liberace wore this gold lame jacket for the grand opening of
the Las Vegas Riviera Hotel in 1955. Up until that time, concert
pianists usually wore black tuxedos when performing. But, from
that time on, Liberace costumes were an expected part of his “live”
performances.
Jacket – Inv. PO001.111
Tie, Bow – Inv. PO001.113
Sash – Inv. PO001.405
Dickey – Inv. PO001.112
Cuffs – Inv. TBD
Ice Blue Suit
Costume design by: Michael Travis
The ice blue rhinestone and pearl costume under the cape was
worn during Liberace’s 1985 and 1986 performances in Atlantic
City and at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
Boots – Inv. PO001.014
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.015
Jacket – Inv. PO001.016
Tie, Bow – Inv. PO001.542
Dickey – Inv. PO001.017
Cuffs – Inv. PO001.019
Green & Gold Robe
Green and gold dressing gown
Inv. PO001.285
Miniature Piano collection
The Liberace Foundation’s collection includes many pianos, all collected
and once owned by Liberace.
Inv. TBD
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DECORATIVE ARTS
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Miniature dog collection
DECORATIVE ARTS
Inv. TBD
Letters
Fire Opal Ring
This rare ring was presented to Liberace by the Australian
government. The ring is made of 18k white gold containing one
large black opal in the center with 321 diamonds on the band.
Inv. PO010.023
Blue Topaz Ring
Liberace purchased the large emerald cut blue topaz and had it set
as a “pinky” ring. The ring is made of 18k yellow gold with a 450
carat blue topaz, 151 diamonds and 40 sapphires.
Inv. PO010.005
Opal Ring
18k yellow gold ring containing: (28) .10cts round diamonds G-H
color VSI-1: (1) oval Opal approx. 27x22x7mm. Total weight in gold
is approx. 33 grams. This ring was given to Liberace from the
Australian government to commemorate his tours to their country.
Inv. PO010.006
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“Baby Boy” Poodle Ring
14k yellow gold, "Poodle" ring containing: (2) 2mm round
emeralds; (4) 2mm round rubies; (1) 3mm cabachon cut ruby; (41)
.025cts round diamonds Grade #1. Total weight in gold is approx.
76 grams.
John Ascuaga, owner of the Nugget Hotel in Sparks, NV gave this
ring to Liberace. It is fashioned after "Baby Boy", Liberace's
favorite dog.
Inv. PO010.004
Blue Brocade Formal Costume
Designer: Frank Acuna
The blue brocade formal costume with velvet collar and matching
vest was first introduced by Liberace in his 1969 television shows
on BBC. What made this costume unique at the time was the
knee-length cape, which was a "first" for Liberace. From then on
his capes were floor-length and remained that way for the rest of
his career.
Jacket- Inv. PO001.007
Cape – Inv. PO001.543
Pants – Inv. PO001.006
Suspenders – Inv. PO001.544
Vest – Inv. PO001.008
Tie, Bow – Inv. PO001.009
Dickey – Inv. PO001.010
Cuffs – Inv. PO001.011
Socks – Inv. PO001.012
Shoe – Inv. PO001.339
Violet Costume with Ostrich Feathers
Designer: Michael Travis
Glittering phoenixes and floral sprays adorn the shoulders and
front of the jacket. The birds have sequined tails enhanced with
ostrich feathers that would radiate outward as Liberace spun
around, feathers fluttering and sparkling in the light.
Inv. TBD
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Bow ties
A selection of Liberace’s bow ties
Inv. TBD
Hobo-Clown piano
Bisque figure of a clown playing an upright piano. Signed: Emmett
Kelly Jr.- son of the famous hobo-clown performer Emmet Kelly, in
1986.
Inv. 2011.001.1316
Bronze piano
Bronze sculpture of Liberace playing the piano with candelabra. On
dark wood base.
Inv. 2011.001.1342
Capo-di-monte piano
Miniature Capo-di-monte box in the form of a grand piano with
applied flowers.
Inv. 2011.001.1320
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Oprah Winfrey Interview Transcript
1986
Inv. TBD
Radio City Music Hall Program
1986
Inv. PA001.0016
Palmer House Photographs
1947
8 x 10s
Inv. 2011.002.029
Press Package from MCA
1947
Velvet folder enclosing press materials
Inv. TBD
Terrace Room, Table Stand Card
1944
Note written to George from Lee on back
Inv. PA001.0006
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Milwaukee Arts Council Program
1951
Laminated
Normandie Roof Program
1943
Inv. PA001.0005
Newspaper Ad, Mount Royal
1945
Full page ad
Pabst Theater Program
1944
Laminated
Inv. PA001.0007
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Empire Room Flyer
1948
Inv. PA001.0010
Photo-snapshop in front of theatre
1948
Inv. 2011.002.0036
EXPERIENCE FIVE
Media Room
1950’s Television
Original Footage
The Liberace Show
Original Footage
Television Awards
Emmy Awards
Inv. 2011.001.119 - 2011.001.120
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EXPERIENCE SIX
Selling the Music / Hiding the Humanity
Cassandra Article
1956
Inv. PA001.0014 (photocopy)
Painting of Liberace kneeling in front of a Cardinal
Inv. 2011.001.613
Outside of the Foudnations’ collection:
Original Magazines with headlines about Liberace’s supposed sexual preference, Photographs of Scott Thorson,
Transcripts and articles from the 1956 trial in London, Images of Liberace with women, Personal letters
EXPERIENCE SEVEN
Selling the Music
EXPERIENCE EIGHT
The Consummate Entertainer
Blue & Gold Rococo Costume
Costume design: Michael Travis
Fur design: Anna Nateece
This unique and very elaborate blue and gold suit and matching
cape was created for Liberace’s 1985 Radio City Music Hall shows.
He wore this particular costume while playing a Strauss medley on
his blue & gold Steinway grand piano.
Boot – Inv. PO001.042
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.043
Jacket – Inv. PO001.044
Dickey – Inv. PO001.045
Cuffs – Inv. PO001.046
Cape – Inv. PO001.048
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Red, White & Blue “Hot Pants”
Costume Design: Michael Travis
The red, white and blue “Hot Pants” costume with cape and baton
was worn by Liberace for his 1986 Radio City Music Hall Spectacular.
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This costume was especially designed for the 100 Anniversary of
the Statue of Liberty. What was unique about Liberace’s salute to
the Statue of Liberty was the finale featuring a replica of Lady
Liberty holding a candelabrum instead of a torch.
Boot – Inv. PO001.035
Jumper – Inv. PO001.036
Cape – Inv. PO001.533
Jacket – Inv. PO001.037
Cuffs – Inv. PO001.038
Dickey – Inv. PO001.039
Tie, Bow – Inv. PO001.040
Baton – Inv. PO01.041
Czar Nicholas Costume
Costume design: Frank Acuna
Liberace wore the Czar Nicholas costume during his 1971
performances. The gold braiding on the costume is 24-karat gold
and was inspired by a uniform worn by King George V of England.
When Liberace wore this costume on stage, he made his entrance
accompanied by two Russian wolfhounds. This is also the costume
that Liberace is wearing on the cover of his autobiography. The plain
black trousers add to the dignity of the costume, though a dash of
color can be seen on the sides of the legs were royal red velvet
inserts are surrounded by gold fabric and braiding, accompanied by
gold sequins and beads.
Shoes – Inv. PO001.066
Pants – Inv. PO01.067
Dickey – Inv. PO001.068
Dickey – Inv. PO001.069
Jacket – Inv. PO001.070
Sash – Inv. PO001.071
Socks – Inv. PO001.072
Cuffs – Inv. PO001.459
Jacket – Inv. PO001.074
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Silver-beaded/Azurine Mink Costume
Suit design: Michael Travis
Fur design: Anna Nateece
The silver-beaded costume, adorned with rhinestones and pearls,
was worn by Liberace during his tours in the 1970s most notably at
the Las Vegas Hilton. The suit has an intricate design on the front
and back.
Liberace wore this costume under his floor-length
platinum Azurene mink coat, which featured a 36-inch opera cape
trimmed in fox.
Coat – Inv. PO001.0342
Boots – Inv. PO001.556
Suit, Jump – Inv. PO001.559
Jacket – Inv. PO001.558
Cuffs – Inv. PO001.561
Tie, Bow – Inv. PO001.562
Dickey – Inv. PO001.560
Royal & Gold Military Suit
Designer: Michael Travis
Boots – Inv. PO001.188
Jacket – Inv. PO001.209
Cuffs – Inv. PO001.496 or PO001.495 or PO001.506 (TBD)
Pants – Inv. PO001.210
Mirrored Baldwin Grand Piano
The mirrored Baldwin nine-foot concert grand piano was especially
made for Liberace. There are two of these pianos; the other is
owned by Baldwin and was exhibited at the Smithsonian in
Washington, DC in 2000 for the “Piano 300” exhibition. This piano
was used on stage at the Las Vegas Hilton, Caesars Palace and at
Liberace’s final performances at Radio City Music hall in 1986.
Inv. PO002.014
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Blue and Gold Steinway
This royal blue & gold Steinway piano, was originally an off-white
and gold color. It was repainted in royal blue to match one of
Liberace’s blue and gold costumes. The lid has a musical motif in
high relief, including gold scrollwork. This piano was used by
Liberace on stage at the Las Vegas Hilton. It is known as the
“Dancing Waters” piano because Liberace would play it on a
rotating stage during the “Dancing Waters” portion of his live
performance. It was also used in Liberace’s final performances at
Radio City Music Hall in 1986.
Inv. PO002.011
Upright Mirrored Nickelodeon Piano
c. 1945
Liberace customized this World War II period upright, nickelodeon
piano in the 1970s. Also called a player piano, it is covered in
etched mirrored tiles in a jeweled peacock feather motif and has
rhinestone trim. The clear glass front exposes the green glittercovered marimba that accompanies Liberace’s piano pieces.
Liberace used this piano on stage at the Las Vegas Hilton and on the
CBS television special, “Liberace, A Valentine Special” in 1979. He
would often start out by playing the piano, and then would get up
to sing and dance while the piano continued playing on its own.
Inv. PO002.002
George Gershwin’s Chickering Grand Piano
This Chickering grand piano was once owned by George Gershwin
and many of his famous works were composed on this instrument
during his life and times in New York. The piano was donated to the
museum by Ms. Shecky Green.
Inv. PO002.008
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1971 Volkswagen Rolls Royce, Jr.
This customized car was first used by Liberace at the Las Vegas
Hilton during the gas crisis of the 1970s. At that time it was a white
color, but it was later painted pink to match ne of Liberace’s
outrageous costumes and was last used on stage at Radio City Music
Hall in 1985.
Inv. PO003.008
Red, White & Blue 1954 Rolls Royce
The Bicentennial Rolls Royce was originally created to be used
onstage at the Las Vegas in Liberace’s show in 1976. Later, it was
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also used onstage at Radio City Music Hall for the 100 Anniversary
of the Statue of Liberty.
Inv. PO003.006
1962 Phantom V Landau Mirrored Rolls Royce
This model of Rolls Royce Limousine is thought to be one of seven
models made with a retractable top.
Liberace used the Mirrored Rolls Royce on stage in the 1970’s at the
Las Vegas Hilton and also in the 1980’s at Radio City Music Hall, New
York City.
Inv. PO003.007
Liberace Las Vegas Film and Performance
Original Footage of Performances in Las Vegas
Liberace Las Vegas Recordings
Original Recordings of Performances in Las Vegas
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OBJECT LIST
Candelabra
Italian style candelabra with a gold leaf vase shaped base, spewing
five arms holding crystal bobeches and crystal swags with a tapered
prism at the top.
Inv. 2011.001.602
Candelabra
Gilt bronze six arm candelabra with center candle cup. The arms
with leaf decorations. The urn shape stem with drapery and a lion
head to each side. The base with four scrolled supports resting on a
rectangular plinth and four square form supports. The whole
resting on a block base.
Inv. 2011.001.531
Candelabras
A pair of gold plated rococco style candelabrums. The vase shape
pedestal with scrolls and flowers, enfolding the six arms with ornate
flower leaves and swags. The center candle cup with stem
entwined with the pedestal.
Inv. 2011.001.043
Candelabra
Gilt bronze candelabrum with four ornate arms and center socket.
Decorated with grotesque heads and stylized animal paws.
Inv. 2010.001.001
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