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Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume

Release on 2007-10-192007-10-19 by Albert Kretschmer
Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume

Author: Albert Kretschmer

Publisher: Courier Corporation

ISBN: 9780486461427

Category: Antiques & Collectibles

Page: 114

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Ranging from the elegant garments worn by citizens of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome to the dramatic clothing of nineteenth-century French, English, and German societies, this stunning pictorial encyclopedia chronicles the full sweep of historic dress through the centuries. Carefully gathered from a rare portfolio originally published in 1906, over one thousand detailed engravings are presented here in a continuous chronological format. An unparalleled history of costume design, this collection includes the garb of kings and laborers ... ladies and warriors ... peasants and priests. Scores of accessories are also illustrated, including shoes, jewelry, wigs, and hair ornaments, along with furniture, musical instruments, and weaponry from a fascinating array of time periods. Exquisitely rendered and magnificent in scope, the Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume is a visual delight for designers, artists, historians, and everyone captivated by fashion's timeless allure.
Antiques & Collectibles
Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume
Language: en
Pages: 114

Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume

Authors: Albert Kretschmer, Karl Rohrbach
Categories: Antiques & Collectibles
Type: BOOK - Published: 2007-10-19 - Publisher: Courier Corporation

Ranging from the elegant garments worn by citizens of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome to the dramatic clothing of nineteenth-century French, English, and German societies, this stunning pictorial encyclopedia chronicles the full sweep of historic dress through the centuries. Carefully gathered from a rare portfolio originally published in 1906, over
Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume
Language: en
Pages: 112

Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume

Authors: Albert Kretschmer, Karl Rohrbach
Categories: Antiques & Collectibles
Type: BOOK - Published: 2012-08-02 - Publisher: Courier Corporation

From ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome to 19th-century France, England, and Germany, this treasury chronicles the full sweep of historical dress through the centuries. Beautifully detailed, full-color engravings.
Montgomery Ward Fashions of the Twenties
Language: en
Pages: 144

Montgomery Ward Fashions of the Twenties

Authors: JoAnne Olian
Categories: Antiques & Collectibles
Type: BOOK - Published: 2012-07-24 - Publisher: Courier Corporation

This stylish collection offers hundreds of sepia-tone illustrations and captions that depict the fashions of the '20s — from women's chemise dresses and hats to men's suits and work clothes, plus kids' apparel.
Men's Fashion Illustrations from the Turn of the Century
Language: en
Pages: 112

Men's Fashion Illustrations from the Turn of the Century

Authors: Mitchell Co., Jean L. Druesedow
Categories: Antiques & Collectibles
Type: BOOK - Published: 2012-06-22 - Publisher: Courier Corporation

Over 100 full-page, royalty-free illustrations document what well-dressed American men wore in early 1900s: checked and striped business suits, sporty knickers and jackets, elegant formal wear, long fur-trimmed coats. Includes variety of accessories.
Everyday Fashions of the Twenties
Language: en
Pages: 156

Everyday Fashions of the Twenties

Authors: Stella Blum
Categories: Antiques & Collectibles
Type: BOOK - Published: 2012-07-04 - Publisher: Courier Corporation

Accurate record of actual dress of the Roaring Twenties in over 150 pages of mail-order catalogs, selected and with text by Stella Blum. Over 750 illustrations, captions.

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