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grand drapery

American  

noun

Theater.

  1. a valance across the proscenium arch, forming part of the decorative frame for the stage.

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From the testimony presented to us we, the jury, find the following were the causes of said fire: Grand drapery coming in contact with electric flood or arc light, situated on iron platform on the right hand of stage, facing the auditorium.

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Every single figure in this fine fresco is a study for manly character, dignified attitude, and easy grand drapery.

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At the tormentor line there will be, of course, a Grand Drapery and Working Drapery which will mask the first entrance overhead.

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