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Victorian Fashions: A Pictorial Archive, 965 Illustrations (Dover Pictorial Archive),Used
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Women's fashions during the second half of the nineteenth century offered a delightful display of styles reflecting English, French, and American tastes. This comprehensive treasury of more than 900 crisp blackandwhite illustrations arranged chronologically and dated by year provides a rich pictorial record of clothing styles from that period. Suitable for a wide variety of graphic projects, these cuts will especially appeal to artists and illustrators in search of finely rendered images of authentic Victorian fashions.Selected by graphic artist Carol Belanger Grafton from such vintage sources as Harper's Bazar, La Mode Illustre, Peterson's Magazine, Godey's Salon de la Mode and Frank Leslie's Ladies' Magazine, the cuts brim with clear detail and oldtime flavor as they record a wealth of evolving styles from ornate gowns of the mid1800s, widened by hoop skirts and elaborately enhanced with ribbons, ruffles, laces, and bows, to turnofthecentury fashions that produced lego'mutton sleeves, narrowed skirts, diminished bustles, and highnecked bodices (except for evening wear, which exhibited a more daring neckline).Here, for copyrightfree use, are hundreds of elegant dresses accented with intricately embroidered designs, shirtwaists featuring lace inserts, and row upon row of tiny pleats, tightly laced undergarments, widebrimmed hats topped with feathers, flowers, and ribbon; beaded handbags, magnificent parasols, furtrimmed capes, and much, much more.An invaluable reference to period clothing styles for designers, illustrators, and costume historians, this magnificent archive with its entertaining glimpse of the fashions of yesteryear will also delight casual browsers and lovers of Victoriana.'A superb resource.' History in Review.
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- Q: What is 'Victorian Fashions: A Pictorial Archive' about? A: 'Victorian Fashions: A Pictorial Archive' is a comprehensive collection showcasing women's fashions from the second half of the nineteenth century, featuring over 900 black-and-white illustrations that highlight the evolution of clothing styles during this period.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Carol Belanger Grafton, a graphic artist known for her expertise in vintage fashion illustrations.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 128 pages filled with detailed illustrations and descriptions of Victorian fashion.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and browse.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Victorian Fashions: A Pictorial Archive' was published on January 12, 1998.
- Q: Is this book suitable for artists and illustrators? A: Yes, the book is particularly suitable for artists and illustrators looking for authentic Victorian fashion references, offering a rich selection of detailed images.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The illustrations include a variety of Victorian clothing styles, such as ornate gowns, shirtwaists, hats, and accessories, all depicted in clear detail.
- Q: Can this book be used for graphic projects? A: Absolutely, the book serves as an invaluable resource for graphic projects, as it provides copyright-free images of Victorian fashions.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for costume historians? A: Yes, it is an excellent reference for costume historians interested in the evolution of Victorian clothing styles.
- Q: What makes this collection unique? A: The collection is unique due to its extensive range of illustrations sourced from vintage publications, providing an authentic glimpse into Victorian fashion trends.