Author: HOUSTON, MARY G.
Title: Medieval Costume in England and France the 13th, 14th and 15th Centuries
Description: New York: Dover Publications, 1996. Reprint. Softcover. ISBN: 0486290603. Card covers show light shelf wear. ; A bright, solid book.; Trade PB; Dover Fashion And Costumes; B&W Illustrations; 8.2 X 5.6 X 0.6 inches; 228 pages; "This carefully researched volume offers lovers of both costume and the medieval period a meticulously researched and accurately detailed study of the clothing of the Middle Ages. Following an illuminating discussion of the style and construction of costumes worn in the thirteenth, fourteenth, and fifteenth centuries, noted costume historian Mary G. Houston provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of actual apparel worn by all classes and sectors of society. Included are elaborate royal, academic, and legal costumes; Eucharistic vestments and garments of religious orders; working class apparel; civilian dress; and more. Also examined is a wide variety of accessories and ornaments, jewelry, armor, textiles, embroidery, coiffures, and other items.". Very Good+ .

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