1880s University of Oxford Academic Fashion Costume Shrimpton’s Folding Chart

Description: Shrimpton’s Series of the Costumes of the Members of the University of Oxford. - - - DISCUSSION: Not dated, probably 1880s. A colorful and informative folding chart showing 24 Oxford University academics and officers in full collegiate regalia, ready for a stately stroll across the quad. Although Shrimpton was a publisher, the inside front cover includes a full-page advertisement for Frederick Evans & Co. of Oxford, “Robe makers, tailors, university and clerical outfitters - a large assortment of gowns, robes, and hoods, including those for higher degrees, always in stock. Presentation robes made to order”.24-panel folding plate contained in illustrated card covers. Covers 4”x6.25, light soil and wear. Plate unfolds to 30.5”x18”, minor soil, separation along many folds, and the plate is split into two separate pieces along one vertical fold. Other folds tender, and some split. Delicate to handle. SHIPPING NOTES: We combine shipping charges on orders for more than one item- you pay the shipping fee for your first item, and any other items that you order at the same time are shipped with it for no additional charge [If you buy more than one item please ask us to send a revised invoice before you pay]. All ephemera & photos are shipped USPS ‘Ground Advantage’ (which used to be First Class Package) in a board-reinforced card mailer with a large red DO NOT BEND sticker. Stock #46380 Joslin Hall Books & Ephemera Selling books & ephemera since 1983 - Member of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers and the Ephemera Society . Your satisfaction is guaranteed with every item you purchase.

Price: 85 USD

Location: Northampton, Massachusetts

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