20,000 Years Of Fashion: The History Of Costume And Personal Adornment
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Francois Boucher
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: HARRY N. ABRAMS, INC., 1966
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This monumental work, 20,000 Years Of Fashion: The History Of Costume And Personal Adornment, chronicles the intricate evolution of human attire and ornamentation across millennia. Francois Boucher's definitive text presents a sweeping panorama of sartorial trends, from prehistoric coverings to modern haute couture, detailing the cultural, social, and economic forces that shaped each era's distinctive styles. It uncovers the profound connections between clothing, identity, and civilization, illustrating how garments have always served as powerful expressions of status, belief, and artistic innovation. The authoritative narrative instructs readers on the symbolic language of dress, offering a comprehensive understanding of fashion's enduring role in human history. This essential volume argues for the significance of costume as a primary source for understanding past societies, making it an indispensable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.
Author: Francois Boucher
Published: 1966, HARRY N. ABRAMS, INC.
Author: Francois Boucher
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: HARRY N. ABRAMS, INC., 1966
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This monumental work, 20,000 Years Of Fashion: The History Of Costume And Personal Adornment, chronicles the intricate evolution of human attire and ornamentation across millennia. Francois Boucher's definitive text presents a sweeping panorama of sartorial trends, from prehistoric coverings to modern haute couture, detailing the cultural, social, and economic forces that shaped each era's distinctive styles. It uncovers the profound connections between clothing, identity, and civilization, illustrating how garments have always served as powerful expressions of status, belief, and artistic innovation. The authoritative narrative instructs readers on the symbolic language of dress, offering a comprehensive understanding of fashion's enduring role in human history. This essential volume argues for the significance of costume as a primary source for understanding past societies, making it an indispensable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.