Claire's juggler costume, worn in her search for Jamie Season 1, Episode 14, 'The Search' Comprising: a custom-made khaki overcoat with floral embroidery; brown leather satchel; a silk waistcoat with printed floral pattern and an orange lining; silver shirt with frilled cuffs; and a lace neck-tie; woollen trousers with appliqué embroidery, purposefully broken-down; and a brown felt tricorn hat, all showing deliberate signs of wear, (7) Footnotes: This costume is associated with Claire and Murtagh's search for Jamie across the Highlands, following the Redcoat ambush. In this episode, Claire and Murtagh travel from village to village, deliberately drawing attention to themselves in the hope that word of Claire's presence will reach Jamie. Executive Producer Ron Moore says that the creative team explored what the characters themselves might realistically have done to attract notice, leading to the decision for Murtagh to perform a traditional Highland sword dance, while Claire sings publicly. These were embellishments that were not included in the book, but that were fleshed out within the episode. This choice was inspired directly by actress Caitriona Balfe, who was known to sing on set. The episode writer, Matthew B. Roberts, later remarked, 'Caitriona would sing on set between takes, so I told her, 'One day I'm going to have you sing in an episode.' She just laughed' (T. Bennett, p.125). The costume, designed as a juggler's outfit, deliberately sets Claire apart from both her usual dress, and from her contemporaries visually. What is particularly interesting is the fact that it features trousers, something she is rarely seen wearing in the series. It also further evokes the sense that she is playing a character, performing a song, and not being Claire. Please note that this version of the costume is for the stunt double. Literature: T. Bennett, The Making of Outlander: The Official Guide to Seasons 1 & 2, Delacorte Press, 2016, illustrated, p. 125. Additional Documentation: This costume is discussed in this YouTube video, by Executive Producer, Ronald D. Moore (2:27): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tB8xFE886ys&t=148s This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: † TP † VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium. TP For auctions held in Scotland: Please refer to the catalogue and/or after-sale information or contact Edinburgh@Bonhams.com for more information. For all other auctions: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (The Packengers, Unit 9, Abbey Mead Industrial Park, Brooker Road, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1HU, England, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue and/or after-sale information, sent out to all buyers post-sale. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 10 calendar days from the auction date. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing