Reprint. Second Edition, Revised -- 2 Volumes in 1 There is along 6 cm tear to the rear cover and a crease to the top corner of rear cover (otherwise near fine).

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Bibliographic Details

Title

The Complete Guide To Practical Cutting (1853)

Publisher

R. L. Shep, Mendocino

Publication Date

1993

Language

English

ISBN 10

0914046179

ISBN 13

9780914046172

Binding

Soft cover

Condition

Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition

No Jacket

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Fashion

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Synopsis

A legendary and major work of costume history. The basis for the Minister System, it had a profound influence on the tailoring industry. Two volumes in one, with patterns and instructions for: ladies' polkas and riding habits, English Army, Navy and Civil dress regulations, as well as uniforms. With additional, contemporary, fashion plates. Useful in the making of Early Victorian, Crimean War, Napoleon III (1850s/1860s). A good reference for one of the most elegant periods of men's clothing.

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"... the first real practical work on the principles of the art of tailoring ... handsomely reproduced ... a most welcome text." --Dress (Costume Society of America)

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