Folk Costumes of the World begins by discussing the development of costumes beginning from Adam and Eve. Shape of costume. embroidery, design and patterns, hat and shoes are discussed. Each geographical region is well represented in the book, from the Balkans to South America, from Scandinavia to the Far East. 80 color plates depicting the costumes and their intricate details have been drawn by Phyllida Legg.
255/Hardbound/Illustrations
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Doll Museum
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Nomenclature 4.0
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Book
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Other Documents
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Documentary Objects
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Category 08: Communication Objects
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Folk Costumes around the World, Folk Costumes, History, Folk Costumes