A HISTORY OF COSTUME : With Over 600 Patterns & Illustrations (Dover Fashion & Costumes)

Carl Kohler (Edited & Augmented by Emma von Sichart), (Translated to English byAlexander K. Dallas)

ISBN 10: 0486210308 / ISBN 13: 9780486210308

Published by Dover Publications, New York, NY, 1963

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Text/NEW & Bright. Softcover/Fine w/a whisper of shelfwear to leading text edge. First published 1928; this is a Dover 1963 reprint of the English translation. Rich historical study of the evolution of Western European costumes. Examples of dress designs assembled from actual garments, and from paintings, statues & other records of ancient Egypt, Babylon & Greece through 19th-century Europe. 464 pgs w/some 594 illustrations, including measured sewing patterns. Artist, author Carl Kohler (1825 - 1876 ) examines costumes of ancient peoples of the Mediterranean lands and Asia Minor, through the Teutonic prehistoric period, the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, and 18th & 19th centuries. Covering male & female fashions, including under garments, materials of choice, methods of tailoring, designs, dyes, fashions for specific occasions (ballroom, court, travel, sports, military, theater, religious ceremonies, etc.), garb designated for various professions and occupations, as well as accessories and other categories of attire.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A HISTORY OF COSTUME : With Over 600 Patterns & Illustrations (Dover Fashion & Costumes)
• Publisher: Dover Publications, New York, NY
• Publication Date: 1963
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0486210308
• ISBN 13: 9780486210308
• Binding: Soft cover
• Illustrator: Archival Illustrations & Line drawings
• Condition: New
• Dust Jacket Condition: None As Issued

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Synopsis

Egypt, Babylon, Greece up through 19th-century Europe; based on surviving pieces, art work, much more. Includes many clear, measured patterns for reproducing historic costumes. Full text. 595 illustrations. "Landmark in the field of Western European costume . . . exceptional value for its price." — American Artist.