The Complete Costume History

By:

Racinet, Auguste [autor]

Material type: Text

TextLanguage: English Publisher: : Taschen, 2003Edition: 1a. edDescription: 636 páginas; ImpresoContent type:

texto

Media type:

no mediado

Carrier type:

volumen

ISBN:

978-3-8228-2193-0

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

746.92 R121

Abstract: Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. This TASCHEN reprint presents Racinet’s exquisitely precise color illustrations, as well as his delightful descriptions and often witty commentary. Spanning everything from ancient Etruscan attire to French women’s couture, material is arranged according to Racinet’s original plan by culture and subject. As expansive in its reach as it is passionate in its research and attention to detail, Racinet´s Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style.

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Item type	Current library	Shelving location	Call number	Status	Barcode
Libro	Biblioteca Hernán Malo González	Biblioteca Central Bloque B	746.92 R121 BG19702 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available	BG19702

Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. This TASCHEN reprint presents Racinet’s exquisitely precise color illustrations, as well as his delightful descriptions and often witty commentary. Spanning everything from ancient Etruscan attire to French women’s couture, material is arranged according to Racinet’s original plan by culture and subject. As expansive in its reach as it is passionate in its research and attention to detail, Racinet´s Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style.

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