Select Historical Costumes: Compiled From the Most Reliable Sources (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Henry L. Hinton

 
9781331920038: Select Historical Costumes: Compiled From the Most Reliable Sources (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Authentic historical costumes for stage and study, with practical guidance you can actually use.

This book gathers period costumes chosen for their artistic grace as well as historic accuracy. It aims to help you reproduce life from the past on stage or in study, while keeping costs reasonable compared with hiring professional outfits. The pages draw on well-regarded authorities and emphasize fidelity to style, with notes on how these designs can be executed and adapted for modern use.

  • See carefully selected plates and descriptions of costumes from the 14th to 16th centuries
  • Learn how these outfits can be reproduced with an aim for historical truth and visual appeal
  • Find practical notes on sourcing materials, fittings, and stage-friendly adjustments
  • Explore a range of character types and settings, from nobles to artisans and clergy
Ideal for designers, actors, and students seeking authentic period wardrobe guidance that’s affordable and workable for performance.

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Excerpt from Select Historical Costumes: Compiled From the Most Reliable Sources

With the sugar-loaf head-dress so commonly adopted during all of the fifteenth century. A band of black velvet.

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