Tailor's Pattern Book, 1589: Facsimile
by Alcega, Juan de
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- ISBN 10
- 0903585065
- ISBN 13
- 9780903585064
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Hardcover. Book Condition: Near Fine. Jacket Condition: Very Good. Ruth Bean, Carlton, UK 1979. 155 pages. With mylar jacket, tape reinforced. Nice Firm Clean copy ! Size: 11.3 x 8.1 x 0.9. A facsimile edition with translation, introduction by J. L. Nevinson and extensive notes based on original research, of the first known tailoring book,printed in Madrid, in 1589. Patterns for 23 categories of garments for men and women; the clergy, knights, for tournaments, and others. The book appeared during the reigns of Philip Il of Spain and Elisabeth I, when Spanish fashions dominated European dress. Now republished for the first time since 1589 it is invaluable as a source book for dress historians and costume designers. Crafts Hobbies::Sew Knit Crochet Etc. 6039L
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- Title
- Tailor's Pattern Book, 1589: Facsimile
- Author
- Alcega, Juan de
- Book Condition
- Used
- Binding
- Hardcover
- ISBN 10
- 0903585065
- ISBN 13
- 9780903585064
- Publisher
- Ruth Bean
- Place of Publication
- Carlton
- This edition first published
- 1979-02
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