A Fashion For Extravagance: Art Deco Fabrics And Fashions

A Fashion For Extravagance: Art Deco Fabrics And Fashions

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This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Sara Bowman, Michel Molinare
Binding: Hardback
Published: E. P. Dutton New York, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This compelling volume chronicles the opulent world of Art Deco design, specifically focusing on the luxurious fabrics and groundbreaking fashions that defined the era. It uncovers the innovative textile patterns and silhouettes that characterized the period's pursuit of extravagance and modernity. The work presents a vivid panorama of the artistic and cultural shifts that influenced clothing and textile production, illustrating how designers embraced bold geometry and rich materials. Readers will discover the intricate details behind the iconic styles of the 1920s and 1930s, making A Fashion For Extravagance: Art Deco Fabrics And Fashions an essential resource for enthusiasts of design history and vintage couture.

Vendor: Secondhand Stock
SKU: 2025100017565-SECONDHAND
Categories: All Art and Design Best Sellers - Individual titles Fashion & Beauty New arrivals - Secondhand books Only One Copy Second-hand Books The Arts
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Description

Author: Sara Bowman, Michel Molinare
Binding: Hardback
Published: E. P. Dutton New York, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This compelling volume chronicles the opulent world of Art Deco design, specifically focusing on the luxurious fabrics and groundbreaking fashions that defined the era. It uncovers the innovative textile patterns and silhouettes that characterized the period's pursuit of extravagance and modernity. The work presents a vivid panorama of the artistic and cultural shifts that influenced clothing and textile production, illustrating how designers embraced bold geometry and rich materials. Readers will discover the intricate details behind the iconic styles of the 1920s and 1930s, making A Fashion For Extravagance: Art Deco Fabrics And Fashions an essential resource for enthusiasts of design history and vintage couture.