Revolutionary Costume

Revolutionary Costume
Author: Lidija Zalëtova
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications
Total Pages: 214
Release: 1989
Genre: Design
ISBN:

Costume Of Colonial Times

Costume Of Colonial Times
Author: Alice Morse Earle
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2013-05-31
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1473383064

This unusual works was originally published in 1894 and is a fascinating look at the History of Colonial Dress and the Costumes of Colonial Times, it will appeal greatly to any historian. The material for the compilation of this glossary has been found in old letters, wills, inventories of estates, court records, and in eighteenth-century newspapers. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

The Age of Napoleon

The Age of Napoleon
Author: Charles Otto Zieseniss
Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art
Total Pages: 286
Release: 1989
Genre: Clothing and dress
ISBN: 0870995715

Costume Revolution

Costume Revolution
Author: Lidija Zalëtova
Publisher:
Total Pages: 216
Release: 1989
Genre: Clothing and dress
ISBN:

Textiles and Soviet fashion in the Twenties - Textile desighn in revolutionary Russia - When fashion returned to costume - The Russian Academy of Artistic Science and Costume - Workshop on contemporary costume, 1991 - Structure of dress - Russian fashion - Today's fashion is the worker's overall - From painting canvas to printing cloth - How are we going to dress? - History of textile design.

A Pictorial History of Costume From Ancient Times to the Nineteenth Century

A Pictorial History of Costume From Ancient Times to the Nineteenth Century
Author: Wolfgang Bruhn
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2013-02-27
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 0486137139

Classic pictorial history of fashion from around the world depicts costumes over the centuries, from ancient Egyptians wearing pleated loincloths to well-dressed Parisian ladies of the late 1800s. 57 color plates. 69 black-and-white plates.

The Costume Designer's Handbook

The Costume Designer's Handbook
Author: Rosemary Ingham
Publisher: Waveland Press
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2024-03-27
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1478652802

The Costume Designer's Handbook is the definitive guide for both aspiring and seasoned costume designers, blending the art and business of theatrical costume design since its inception in 1983. Rosemary Ingham and Liz Covey offer deep insights into play analysis, historical research, collaboration techniques, drafting, and setting up an effective workspace. The book addresses the practicalities of the industry, including job market navigation, freelancing, contracts, and taxes. With over 150 illustrations, an 8-page color insert, and a comprehensive reference section for resources, this handbook encapsulates the essence of costume design, making it an indispensable resource for professionals in the field.

Survey of Historic Costume

Survey of Historic Costume
Author: Phyllis G. Tortora
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 721
Release: 2015-03-12
Genre: History
ISBN: 1628921676

"Survey of Historic Costume presents a thorough overview and chronology of Western dress from the ancient world to the trends of today"--

Encyclopedia Of American Indian Costume

Encyclopedia Of American Indian Costume
Author: Josephine Paterek
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 540
Release: 1996-03-05
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780393313826

A beautifully produced and illustrated (bandw) reference that offers complete descriptions and cultural contexts of the dress and ornamentation of the North American Indian tribes. The volume is divided into ten cultural regions, with each chapter giving an overview of the regional clothing. Individual tribes of the area follow in alphabetical order. Tribal information includes men's basic dress, women's basic dress, footwear, outer wear, hair styles, headgear, accessories, jewelry, armor, special costumes, garment decoration, face and body embellishment, transitional dress after European contact, and bibliographic references. Appendices include a description of clothing arts and a glossary. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR