The Life Of George Brummell Esq. Commonly Called Beau Brummell

JESSE, Captain

Published by Scribner & Welford, New York, 1886

Condition: Very Good Hardcover

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JESSE, Captain Volume I: [363] pp. Volume II: [364] pp. Scribner & Welford, New York 1886 9 1/4" x 6 1/4" Two volume ltd edition of two hundred copies set replete with 40 plates in colour depicting Brummel & his contemporaries, fellow stylish men of the day The standard biography of this celebrated Regency figure. He established the style of dress for men that rejected overly ornate fashions for one of understated, but perfectly fitted and tailored clothing. He is is credited with introducing, and establishing as fashion, the modern men's suit worn with a necktie. Seller Inventory # 17249

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Title: The Life Of George Brummell Esq. Commonly ...

Publisher: Scribner & Welford, New York

Publication Date: 1886

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

Edition: Limited Edition

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