FASHION IN THE MIDDLE AGES by Margaret Scott ( 9781606060612 )

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Title:

FASHION IN THE MIDDLE AGES

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Hardback

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ISBN 10:

1606060619

ISBN 13:

9781606060612

Publisher:

GETTY TRUST PUBLICATIONS

Pub. date:

19 May, 2011

Pages:

112

Description:

From the costly velvets and furs worn by kings to the undyed wools and rough linens of the peasantry, the clothing worn by the various classes in the Middle Ages played an integral role in medieval society. This title offers an illustrated look at the role and history of fashion in the Middle Ages.

Synopsis:

This title offers a stunningly illustrated look at the role and history of fashion in the Middle Ages. From the costly velvets and furs worn by kings to the undyed wools and rough linens of the peasantry, the clothing worn by the various classes in the Middle Ages played an integral role in medieval society. In addition to providing clues to status, profession, or geographic origin, textiles were a crucial element in the economies of many countries and cities. Much of what is known about medieval fashion is gleaned from the pages of manuscripts, which serve as a rich source of imagery. This volume provides a detailed look at both the actual fabrics and composition of medieval clothing as well as the period's attitude toward fashion through an exploration of the illuminated manuscripts in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum. The last portion of the book is dedicated to the depiction of clothing in biblical times and the ancient world as seen through a medieval lens.

Illustrations:

88 full-colour illustrations

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Imprint:

J. Paul Getty Museum

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