This coat was worn by the character “Samantha ‘Sam’ Blake,” portrayed by actress Joanne Woodward, in the 1963 motion picture, “A New Kind of Love.” The black and white miniature plaid patterned coat with oversized buttons has black velveteen collar, cuffs, and pocket flaps. The interior of the garment is complete with the original Paramount Pictures label sewn inside with the name “Joanne Woodward” handwritten in faded black ink.
Ms. Woodward wore this garment in her first onscreen appearance in the film when Samantha is standing with her boss in an office overlooking the department store floor.
“A New Kind of Love,” starring Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, was nominated for two Academy Awards in 1964, including one by Edith Head for “Best Costume Design, Color.” Joanne Woodward also received a Golden Globe Award nomination for “Best Motion Picture Actress.”
The item was acquired directly from Paramount and is in excellent screen worn condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the costume house. Presented by The Golden Closet, your premiere source for iconic screen used wardrobe, props, and entertainment memorabilia.
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