Medieval costume and how to recreate it
2003, First Edition. Mineola, N.Y. : Dover Publications. Near fine paperback copy; wrapper edges very slightly dulled. Remains well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Item #476822
ISBN: 0486429857
Physical description; xiv, 142 pages : illustrations (some colour) ; 24 cm. Notes; Introduction and notes by Francis M. Kelly. Previously published as: Mediaeval costume and life (London : Batsford, 1931). Contents; Notes on materials and their treatment – Royalty – Religious orders – Clerks – Medical and scientific folk – The well-to-do burgher – Musicians – Hose and breeches – Garters, suspenders, etc. – Sport – Knights and armour – Hunting – Artisans – Apron wearers – Agricultural labourers – Labourers – Herdsmen – Concerning hoods – The full skirt – Ladies dresses – Children – Travellers and pilgrims – Boots and shoes – Invalids – Peace and war. Subjects; Clothing and dress – History – Medieval, 500-1500. Clothing and dress – Great Britain – History – Medieval, 500-1500. Great Britain – Social life and customs – 1066-1485. Costume – Medieval.
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