Masterpieces of Women's Costume of the 18th and 19th Centuries
Masterpieces of Women's Costume of the 18th and 19th Centuries
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Book Description
Splendid view of elegant dresses, expertly rendered by noted theatrical designer, includes finely detailed illustrations of 32 complete costumes and three blouses, shown in color and black-and-white. Here are exquisitely embroidered, full-skirted dresses circa 1700, a high-waisted Empire dress of sheer muslin (1820), a magnificent silk dress with an extended bustle and pleated overskirt (1880) and many other sumptuous outfits—all accompanied by line drawings of shoes, undergarments, gloves, headgear, and other accessories. Detailed, descriptive text.
Masterpieces of Women's Costume of the 18th and 19th Centuries,Aline Bernstein,Dover Publications,0486417069,18th century,19th century,Art,Art & Art Instruction,Clothing and dress,Design - Textile & Costume,Fashion,History,History - General,Textiles & Costume,Women's clothing,Antiques & Collectibles / Textiles & Costume
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