- Title : Medieval Costume in England and France: The 13th, 14th and 15th Centuries (Dover Fashion and Costumes)
- Author : Mary G. Houston
- Rating : 4.62 (596 Vote)
- Publish : 2016-4-17
- Format : Paperback
- Pages : 256 Pages
- Asin : 0486290603
- Language : English
There are certainly more detailed books out there, but I like this for the overview it gives. Most will also need to seek out other sources to find better information on the construction of the clothing as well. Anyone, especially beginners, can buy it as an introd
There are certainly more detailed books out there, but I like this for the overview it gives. Most will also need to seek out other sources to find better information on the construction of the clothing as well. Anyone, especially beginners, can buy it as an introduction and then move on to more detailed sources later.. The text gives detailed descriptions of the garments, though not a whole lot on how they are constructed. Beautiful book.. But even so, this book is so inexpensively priced that I can't find too much to quibble about. But even so, this book is so inexpensively priced that I can't find too much to quibble about. While it doesn't delve much into the actual construction of the clothing (i.e. Most will also need to seek out other sources to find better information on the construction of the clothing as well. The drawings are recreations from other sources - sculptures, stained glass windows, and other artwork of the period. Anyone, especially beginners, can buy it as an introduction and then move on to more detailed sources later.. For authentic construction details, I highly recommend "Medieval Tailor's Assistant" by Sarah Thursfield.. patterns, stitching, etc.), it's quite good at giving a solid visual representation of the changes that occurred during these centuries, and as such I think it's a great starting point for study.As other revieweMedieval Costumes In England And France is a carefully researched volume offering costume aficionados and enthusiasts of the medieval period a meticulously detailed and splendidly illustrated study of clothing worn in the Middle Ages. Medieval Costumes In England And France provides superbly documented information that is both clearly and succinctly presented in the text. Medieval Costumes In England And France is a "must have" reference for theatrical costume designers, members of organizations like "The Society for Creative Anachronism", science fiction & fantasy conventions, Madrigal performances, or even halloween parties and costume balls! -- Midwest Book Review. Mary Houston is a noted costume historian who brings her special expertise to discussions of accessories and such related subjects as ornaments, jewelry, armor, textiles, embroidery and hair-dressing. Lucidly written accounts of the style and construction of costumIncluded are elaborate royal, academic, and legal costumes; Eucharistic vestments and garments of religious orders; working class apparel; civilian dress; and more. Houston provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of actual apparel worn by all classes and sectors of society. Also examined is a wide variety of accessories and ornaments, jewelry, armor, textiles, embroidery, coiffures, and other items.The clear, succinct text is splendidly documented by 350 black-and-white line illustrations based on contemporary books and manuscripts as well as representations in paintings and sculpture. Following an illuminating discussion of the style and construction of costumes worn in the thirteenth, fourteenth, and fifteenth centuries, noted costume historian Mary G. This carefully researched volume offers lovers of both costume and the medieval period a meticulously researched and accurately detailed study of the clothing of the Middle Ages. Indispensable for students of costume history, medievalists, illustrators, and fashion historians, Medieval Costume in England and France will delight anyone interested in the medieval period and its dress.
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