Select Historical Costumes: Compiled From the Most Reliable Sources (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry L. Hinton

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267645767 ISBN 13: 9780267645763

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore authentic historic costumes drawn from reliable sources, perfect for stage, design, and period study.

This edition collects a wide range of clothing from medieval to early modern times, focusing on costumes that balance quaint charm with artistic grace. The plates and notes emphasize historic fidelity while keeping practical appeal for theater and art alike. The compilation aims to help readers reproduce life from the past with care, whether for performance, display, or study.

• See detailed descriptions of garments, headpieces, fabrics, and accessories across centuries
• Learn how historical outfits were worn, fitted, and adapted for the stage
• Discover notes on the sources and authority behind each costume design
• Find guidance for selecting materials and creating convincing period looks

Ideal for costume designers, theater historians, illustrators, and anyone recreating historical dress with an eye for accuracy and beauty.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267645767
• ISBN 13: 9780267645763
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 213