Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typescript letter, expressing thanks for Yoxall's previous letter and for the opportunity to have contributed so much to 'Vogue' magazine, although both sides knew, he writes, that a separation would occur "sooner or later".
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typescript letter from Beaton, consenting to the terms and conditions of the agreement set out in Yoxall's prior letter, dated August 10, 1954.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typescript letter, concerning the use of the Studio facilities for commissioned work from editors of other publications, under the terms of Beaton's new contract with Conde Nast. Beaton notes that he has often employed the Studio for other private sittings, but would like Yoxall's opinion before he uses the Studio for sittings from other magazines, excluding Harper's Bazaar.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typescript letter, in which Beaton writes that he has heard that she was interested in his play but was booked up with films in the following months. He thinks she would be perfect for the role. He has rewritten the play extensively since it was sent to her and wishes to send her the new version. Hopes she might be free for a production next winter.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
A typewritten letter, concerning a request for his designs to be used for a British production of 'Turandot' in Covent Garden, London.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
A typewritten letter, in which Beaton writes that he has been making models of some of the scenes and ground plans. He also has a number of costume designs, but will wait to show these to Aoyama in person when he arrives in New York later in September.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter, concerning revised set designs.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter, concerning set designs.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter, concerning set designs.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typescript letter, in which Beaton explains that he has drawn up some sketches which now appear to contradict the ideas presented by Aoyama. While he concedes that he would be prepared to make alterations to Act II, according to Aoyama's suggestions, he requests that Aoyama be prevailed upon to allow Beaton to execute his plans for Act I as desired.
Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer