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Splendid, well-illustrated books of scrupulous accuracy profile fashion history from ancient to modern times.


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American Dress Pattern Catalogs, 1873-1909: Four Complete ReprintsAmerican Dress Pattern Catalogs, 1873-1909: Four Complete Reprints 
by Nancy Villa Bryk
Over 3,500 rare illustrations depict everything from bicycle suits to evening wear. Invaluable reference; rich royalty-free source for designers, illustrators. Co-published with Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village.


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Illustrated Handbook of Western European Costume: Thirteenth to Mid-Nineteenth CenturyIllustrated Handbook of Western European Costume: Thirteenth to Mid-Nineteenth Century 
by Iris Brooke
This valuable survey uses theatrical costumes as contemporary clues to the clothing that was in vogue throughout much of western Europe from 1260 to 1840. 176 black-and-white illustrations.

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Victorian and Edwardian Fashion: A Photographic SurveyVictorian and Edwardian Fashion: A Photographic Survey 
by Alison Gernsheim
Bonnets, capes, caps, shawls, bodices, and crinolines as people actually wore them — from 1840 to 1914. 235 early photos show aristocrats and the middle class as well as celebrities.

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Historic Costume in PicturesHistoric Costume in Pictures 
by Braun & Schneider
Over 1,450 costumed figures in clearly detailed engravings — from the dawn of civilization to the end of the 19th century. Features many folk costumes. Captions.

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What People Wore: 1,800 Illustrations from Ancient Times to the Early Twentieth CenturyWhat People Wore: 1,800 Illustrations from Ancient Times to the Early Twentieth Century 
by Douglas Gorsline
Fascinating panorama of styles — from diaphanous gowns of Egyptian royalty to 1920s wardrobe of American flapper. Accessories and hairstyles. Illustrations.

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English Costume from the Early Middle Ages Through the Sixteenth CenturyEnglish Costume from the Early Middle Ages Through the Sixteenth Century 
by Iris Brooke
Comprehensive, profusely illustrated reference (including 24 color plates) documents clothing styles of all classes — from simple garments of 10th-century Anglo-Saxons to Anne Boleyn's ermine-trimmed coronation outfit in the 16th century.


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