Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume - Paperback
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Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume - Paperback
$19.95
by Albert Kretschmer (Compiled by), Karl Rohrbach (Text by (Art/Photo Books))
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.
Author Biography
Albert Kretschmer was a prolific 19th-century artist and lithographer dedicated to recording historic customs and clothing for the benefit of future generations.
Number of Pages: 112
Dimensions: 0.26 x 10.96 x 8.42 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: October 19, 2007
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