[PDF] 5 Centuries Of American Costume Bib eBook

Author : Ruth Turner Wilcox
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 37,84 MB
Release : 2004-01-01
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 0486436101

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Depictions of everyday wear of Vikings, Mayans, Aztecs, Incas, and principal North American Indian tribes, plus the varied costumes of the Spanish, Portuguese, English, French, German, and Scandinavians who settled on the American continents. Military uniforms from the 16th to the mid-20th century are also portrayed. 404 black-and-white illustrations.

Author : Alice Morse Earle
Publisher :
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 27,40 MB
Release : 1903
Category : Clothing and dress
ISBN :

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A simple guide to nature study describing the characteristics of common trees, flowers, and animals. Also includes directions for making handicrafts out of easily available materials.

Author : Earle Alice Morse
Publisher : Hardpress Publishing
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 13,21 MB
Release : 2016-06-20
Category :
ISBN : 9781318706440

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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Author : Alice Morse Earle
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 16,27 MB
Release : 2023-08-12
Category : Art
ISBN :

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Alice Morse Earle's 'Two Centuries of Costume in America, Volume 1 (1620-1820)' provides a comprehensive and detailed examination of the evolution of fashion in early America. Focusing on the period from 1620 to 1820, Earle meticulously describes the clothing styles, fabrics, and accessories worn by men, women, and children during this time. The book is filled with rich historical references, illustrations, and primary source materials, offering a valuable insight into the social and cultural significance of fashion in colonial and early America. Earle's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of fashion in America. Alice Morse Earle, a renowned historian and author, drew on her extensive knowledge of American history and material culture to write 'Two Centuries of Costume in America.' Her passion for preserving and documenting historical customs and traditions shines through in this work, making it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and history enthusiasts alike. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the role of fashion in shaping American identity and culture.