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Taschen Auguste Racinet Costume History - Full Fashion Reference

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Explore the most expansive survey of clothing ever assembled with Auguste Racinet's The Costume History, now expertly reprinted by Taschen. This six-volume work brings Racinet's precise color illustrations and witty commentary to modern readers, covering everything from ancient Etruscan garments to late 19th century French couture. The comprehensive visual guide helps fashion students, historians, and enthusiasts quickly identify period styles and understand cultural context. Each illustration is reproduced with the original detail, allowing you to see texture, cut, and color as Racinet intended. The book's clear organization makes it easy to navigate centuries of dress evolution, saving you time when researching specific eras. Owning this volume adds a scholarly yet visually stunning reference to any library, supporting deeper appreciation of fashion's role in history. Whether you are curating an exhibit, teaching a class, or simply admiring historic attire, this Taschen edition delivers authoritative content in a beautifully crafted format.

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Six volumes provide a complete chronological overview of global costume from antiquity to the 19th century, eliminating the need for multiple separate references.

Original color illustrations are reproduced with high fidelity, allowing readers to study fabric details, patterns, and tailoring techniques accurately.

Witty and insightful commentary adds context and entertainment, making the scholarly material approachable for both experts and casual readers.

Organized by historical period and region, the layout enables quick navigation to specific eras, saving research time and improving study efficiency.

Published by Taschen, a trusted name in high-quality art books, ensuring durable binding and a premium presentation suitable for personal or library collections.

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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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