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Taschen Auguste Racinet: The Costume History - Fashion Art Book

Name: Taschen Auguste Racinet: The Costume History - Fashion Art Book
Brand: Taschen
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Explore the vast evolution of global fashion with Auguste Racinet: The Costume History. This TASCHEN reprint brings to life one of the most significant studies of clothing ever produced. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Racinet's Le Costume historique offers a deep look into the world history of dress and style. This volume covers an expansive timeline, moving from antiquity through the end of the 19th century. Readers can travel through time, observing everything from ancient Etruscan attire to the elegance of French women's couture. The work is celebrated for its wide-ranging scope and detailed approach to how clothing has shaped human history. This edition features the exquisitely precise color illustrations that made the original work famous. Alongside the visual elements, you will find Racinet's delightful descriptions and witty commentary. It is a must-have for collectors, historians, and fashion enthusiasts looking for a unique perspective on the history of style.

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Comprehensive historical coverage spanning from antiquity to the late 19th century for a complete view of fashion evolution.

Exquisitely precise color illustrations that recreate the visual beauty of the original 19th-century French publication.

Includes Racinet's original delightful descriptions and witty commentary to provide context for each era of dress.

A wide-ranging study that covers global costume, dress, and style rather than focusing on a single region.

High-quality TASCHEN reprint that preserves the unique scope and detail of the original six-volume work.

Perfect for fashion historians and art lovers interested in everything from Etruscan clothing to French couture.

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Brand: Taschen
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 3836555409
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Fashion > History
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 15 September 2015
Listed Since: 14 October 2014

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