Description: WHAT PEOPLE WORE – A Visual History of Dress from Ancient Times to 20th Century America – With nearly 1,800 detailed illustrations by Douglas Gorsline, Bonanza Books, NY, 1952. ”Here is a unique book – a visual survey of dress that covers the fashions of Western man over nearly 5,000 years of recorded history. In 1,800 meticulously rendered line drawings, plus upwards of 50 pages of text, Douglas Gorsline has created an encyclopedia of dress styles that begins with the civilization of ancient Egypt and continues through the centuries to the modern era. Included for the first time anywhere is an extensive section on American costume – Indians and cowboys, tradesmen and office girls, gentlemen of fashion and Klondike prospectors.” ”The illustrations appear on chronologically dated pages, grouped according to periods, making possible instant reference use; and there is an over-all list supplying the source of every drawing. A lively prefatory text opens each section, and historical calendars of major events and personalities highlight the periods under review. Ease of identification is an important feature of the presentation, which is distinguished by simplicity, clarity, and a sense of devoted artistic enthusiasm.” Oversize 8.9” x 11.9” softback in good condition. 269 pages. FREE media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 50 United States. Rates vary for international mailings.
Price: 30 USD
Location: Phillipsburg, Kansas
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Unbranded
Theme: Costumes / Reference book
Style: Dress / Reference book
Features: reference book
Material: softback reference book
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
