Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume

Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume
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Publisher : Courier Corporation
Total Pages : 114
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ISBN-10 : 9780486461427
ISBN-13 : 0486461424
Rating : 4/5 (27 Downloads)

Synopsis Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Costume by : Albert Kretschmer

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.

The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Fashion

The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Fashion
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 604
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ISBN-10 : 0600030687
ISBN-13 : 9780600030683
Rating : 4/5 (87 Downloads)

Synopsis The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Fashion by : Ludmila Kybalová

Illustrated Encyclopedia of World Costume

Illustrated Encyclopedia of World Costume
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Publisher : Courier Corporation
Total Pages : 490
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ISBN-10 : 9780486433806
ISBN-13 : 0486433803
Rating : 4/5 (06 Downloads)

Synopsis Illustrated Encyclopedia of World Costume by : Doreen Yarwood

This authoritative resource presents a comprehensive history of clothing and accessories. "A mine of information" (Choice), the book covers every world culture with 650-plus entries, more than 2,100 black-and-white drawings, and eight pages of color illustrations. A detailed index makes it easy to locate garments from any era.

Fashion

Fashion
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 482
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ISBN-10 : 9781465407801
ISBN-13 : 1465407804
Rating : 4/5 (01 Downloads)

Synopsis Fashion by : DK

Tracing the evolution of fashion-from the early draped fabrics of ancient times to the catwalk couture of today, Fashion: The Definitive History of Costume and Style is a stunningly illustrated guide to more than three thousand years of shifting trends and innovative developments in the world of clothing. With a wealth of breathtaking spreads-from ancient Egyptian dress to Space Age Fashion and Grunge-and information on icons like Marie Antoinette, Clara Bow, Jacqueline Kennedy, and Alexander McQueen, Fashion will captivate anyone interested in style-whether it's the fashion-mad teen in Tokyo, the wannabe designer in college, or the fashionista intrigued by the violent origins of the stiletto and the birth of bling.

The New Pictorial Encyclopedia of the World; 15

The New Pictorial Encyclopedia of the World; 15
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Publisher : Hassell Street Press
Total Pages : 246
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ISBN-10 : 1013466837
ISBN-13 : 9781013466830
Rating : 4/5 (37 Downloads)

Synopsis The New Pictorial Encyclopedia of the World; 15 by : Franklin B 1892 Dunham

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Oncidium

The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Oncidium
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Publisher : Zai Publications
Total Pages : 176
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015047554806
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (06 Downloads)

Synopsis The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Oncidium by : Mark W. Chase

The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Railways

The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Railways
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 630
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015002002338
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Rating : 4/5 (38 Downloads)

Synopsis The Pictorial Encyclopedia of Railways by : Cuthbert Hamilton Ellis

Comprehensive collection of railway pictures ever published.