The Chronicle of Western Costume: From the Ancient World to

The Chronicle of Western Costume: From the Ancient World to the Late Twentieth Century

"The definitive guide to the history of western costume."â€•Antiques Info
Here, in more than one thousand full-color illustrations, is the history of Western fashion, from ancient Egypt to twentieth-century Paris. John Peacockâ€™s meticulous drawings are organized in chronological sections and accompanied by detailed descriptions of each figure, including the individual items of costume shown and the many types of fabric, cut, pattern, and color that have been used over the centuries. This unrivaled reference work on how people have dressed in the western world throughout history includes an illustrated glossary with additional information on technical terms. 1000+ color illustrations
Country USA
Brand Thames & Hudson
Manufacturer Thames & Hudson
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
EANs 9780500284476
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

The Chronicle of Western Costume: From the Ancient World to the Late Twentieth Century