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Reveals the decorative seams, refined stitching, voluptuous drapery, strict corseting and slashing and stamping that make up some of the garments in the V&A's superlative 19th-century fashion collection. This title gives the reader a unique opportunity to examine historical clothing that is often too fragile to be on display.

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'A visual feast for the eyes … indispensable' - Journal of Dress History

Table of Contents
Introduction • 1. Construction Techniques • 2. Tailoring • 3. Trimmings • 4. Painted and Woven Textiles • 5. Embroidery • 6. Buttonings and Fastening • 7. Technological Innovations • 8. Collars, Sleeves and Pockets • 9. Accessories

19thCentury Fashion in Detail Victoria and Albert

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      Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 03/11/2016
      ISBN13: 9780500292648, 978-0500292648
      ISBN10: 0500292647
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Reveals the decorative seams, refined stitching, voluptuous drapery, strict corseting and slashing and stamping that make up some of the garments in the V&A's superlative 19th-century fashion collection. This title gives the reader a unique opportunity to examine historical clothing that is often too fragile to be on display.

      Trade Review
      'A visual feast for the eyes … indispensable' - Journal of Dress History

      Table of Contents
      Introduction • 1. Construction Techniques • 2. Tailoring • 3. Trimmings • 4. Painted and Woven Textiles • 5. Embroidery • 6. Buttonings and Fastening • 7. Technological Innovations • 8. Collars, Sleeves and Pockets • 9. Accessories

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