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British Costume From Earliest Times To 1820
Author: Mrs. Charles H. Ashdown
Pages: 876
Cover: Softbound
Dimensions: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
Item #: BK1432
Price: $26.95
This great new book is unique because it uses actual costumes, illuminated manuscripts, missals, brasses, effigies, etc. as its primary sources of information so that it can provide an authentic look at what people wore in Britain from the early Saxon period through the reign of George III. The fascinating commentary provides a detailed coverage of the tunics, cloaks, gowns, robes, mantles, dresses, headgear, footwear, etc. worn throughout the ages. Combined with over 460 illustrations documenting the evolution of clothing styles, this important historical work will provide a fascinating and informative read for anyone.
Pages: 876
Cover: Softbound
Dimensions: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
Item #: BK1432
Price: $26.95
This great new book is unique because it uses actual costumes, illuminated manuscripts, missals, brasses, effigies, etc. as its primary sources of information so that it can provide an authentic look at what people wore in Britain from the early Saxon period through the reign of George III. The fascinating commentary provides a detailed coverage of the tunics, cloaks, gowns, robes, mantles, dresses, headgear, footwear, etc. worn throughout the ages. Combined with over 460 illustrations documenting the evolution of clothing styles, this important historical work will provide a fascinating and informative read for anyone.
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