These two dragons formed part of the scenery for Chinese themed acts in some Maskelyne shows in the 1930s. One of the dragons can be seen on the right of the stage photograph. The lady on the right of the chest is Mary Maskelyne. The day this photograph was taken, 29 September 1934, she married T.C. Sterndale-Bennett who was an entertainer at the piano. He also performed in some Maskelyne shows.
Maskelyne’s dragon scenery
Item Details
| Size | 1530mm high |
|---|---|
| Date | 1930s |
| People | Mary Maskelyne, T.C. Sterndale-Bennett |
| Organisations | Maskelynes |
| Key Phrases | Non-apparatus |
| Category | Magic |
| Ref no | N106 |