The Chronicle of Western Costume
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The Chronicle of Western Costume by John Peacock
Here, in more than one thousand full-color illustrations, is the history of Western fashion, from ancient Egypt to twentieth-century Paris. John Peacock's meticulous drawings are organized in chronological sections and accompanied by detailed descriptions of each figure, including the individual items of costume shown and the many types of fabric, cut, pattern, and color that have been used over the centuries. This unrivaled reference work on how people have dressed in the western world throughout history includes an illustrated glossary with additional information on technical terms.
'This amazing book is a wonderful resource for designers and costume makers, or those interested in the history of fashion.. the clear and detailed illustrations together with an illustrated glossary of technical terms make it an indispensable reference for fashion students' - Sewing World
John Peacock has worked as a fashion and costume designer and lecturer in fashion history. He was for several years senior costume designer for BBC Television, and is the author of many books on costume.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500511510 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500511519 |
| Title | The Chronicle of Western Costume |
| Author | John Peacock |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2003-09-01 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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