Masterpieces of Women’s Costume of the 18th and 19th Centuries

Masterpieces of Women’s Costume of the 18th and 19th Centuries
Item# 0486417069
$14.95

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By Aline Bernstein

Splendid view of elegant dresses, expertly rendered by noted theatrical designer, includes finely detailed illustrations of 32 complete costumes and three blouses, shown in color and black-and-white. Here are exquisitely embroidered, full-skirted dresses circa 1700, a high-waisted Empire dress (1820), a magnificent silk dress with an extended bustle and pleated overskirt (1880). For each costume there is a detailed illustration of all the pieces of underpinnings and shoes that would be worn to support the gowns.

ISBN: 0486417069