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Historical Encyclopedia of Costumes

Auguste Racinet

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Visual guide to historical global costume evolution.

If you're a history buff or fashion enthusiast, flipping through the pages of this comprehensive encyclopedia will be like traveling through eras of fashion. The illustrations are detailed and informative, making it a visual treat. It's especially worthwhile if you have an interest in the sociocultural context of clothing throughout history.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781851701735
Author: Auguste Racinet
Publisher: Facts on File
Date of Publication: 1991-12-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Art
Goodreads rating: 4.21
(rated by 42 readers)

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Organized into four principal sections with a scope ranging from the ancient world to the nineteenth century, this illustrated volume offers a detailed accounting of men's and women's clothing, both fashions and formal wear as well as everyday garb.
 

Visual guide to historical global costume evolution.

If you're a history buff or fashion enthusiast, flipping through the pages of this comprehensive encyclopedia will be like traveling through eras of fashion. The illustrations are detailed and informative, making it a visual treat. It's especially worthwhile if you have an interest in the sociocultural context of clothing throughout history.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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