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Fashion in the Time of Jane AustenThe broader Regency period 1795-1820 stands alone as an incredible moment in fashion history unlike anything that went before or after. It was the most naked period since Ancient Greece and before the 1960s, and for the first time England became a fashion influence,...
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Fabien Baron, Works 1983-2019The much-anticipated book from one of the most sought-after art directors in the world, showcasing 30+ years of his talentPart design manual, part manifesto, the first career retrospective of Fabien Baron, whom Vanity Fair called 'the most sought-after creative director in the world, '...
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How to Make Custom Sewn Sneakers: The Complete Production ProcessBreak's the silence and reveals the secrets to manufacturing custom sneakers.This book is the first of its kind and it's impact will change forever how custom sneakers are made. The book explains in depth, the procedures, the tools, the type of exotic leathers to...
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Persian Designs and Motifs [With CDROM]Embodying the sumptuous detail, rich texture, and elaborate style of Persian ornamentation, 271 glorious illustrations reflect a rich tradition of artistic symmetry, harmony, and purity of line and form. Carefully rendered from authentic Persian masterpieces found in public and private collections around the world,...
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Empire Designs [With CDROM]From a rare, late-18th-century sourcebook of designs -- repeatable linear patterns, mythological figures and scenes, vine and leaf forms, real and legendary beasts, and more. The 526 black-and-white motifs will find a wealth of use among craftworkers, graphic artists, and theatrical and architectural designers.Author:...
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Edwardian Fashions: A Snapshot in Time from Harper's Bazar 1906Although Edwardian-era clothing remains popular among fashion enthusiasts, there are very few books focusing on styles of the early 1900s. This compilation bridges that gap with dozens of authentic images from the period, selected from 1906 editions of Harper's Bazar. Since its first publication...
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Creative Haven Lotus: Designs with a Splash of ColorUmbrella Flower, Deer Ears, and Candle Flower are among these 31 entrancing patterns inspired by lotus blossoms. Each of the stars, flowers, and geometric shapes feature a variety of colored outlines that will complement the completed image. Pages are perforated and printed on one...
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Margeau Chapeau: A New Perspective on Classic Knit HatsLet Margeau show you how to knit the hat of your dreams, from a stylish tweed cap to a playful beanie or a classic beret. Fifteen patterns, all well within the capacity of novice knitters, include earflap caps, a turban headband, watch caps, and...
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The Mode in Hats and Headdress: A Historical Survey with 198 PlatesA year after R. Turner Wilcox received rave reviews for her ultimate fashion reference, The Mode in Costume, she decided to zero in on one chic category to give it the close-up it deserved. The result is this extraordinary handbook that covers the worldwide...
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The Mode in Footwear: A Historical Survey with 53 PlatesShoes have come a long way in the thousands of years since primitive man first donned bark and animal skins. Originally used to protect feet from harsh temperatures and rough land, shoes have evolved into an article of high fashion and style, a sartorial...
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Besler's Book of Flowers and Plants: 73 Full-Color Plates from Hortus Eystettensis, 1613When Prince Bishop von Gemmingen founded Germany's famous garden at Eichst tt in the early seventeenth century, its lush beauty was recorded in magnificent copperplate engravings. Later published as the Hortus Eystettensis by Basilius Besler, the colorful plates expertly mirrored the diversity of the...
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French Baroque OrnamentMeticulously reproduced from a valuable portfolio by a notable 19th-century French artist, 124 black-and-white illustrations capture the lavish devices and grand sweep of Louis IV-era Baroque design. A gorgeous population of elaborate architectural ornaments, decorative motifs, and border elements, this collection of royalty-free art...
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5000 Decorative Monograms for Artists and CraftspeopleThis voluminous and diversified collection contains more than 5,000 examples of two-, three-, and four-letter combinations in a rich variety of styles. Arranged alphabetically in columns, each series is grouped under an appropriate head. Crowns, coronets, and a number of ancient and modern alphabets...
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1100 Decorative French Ironwork DesignsThis splendid archive of decorative ironwork designs, painstakingly reprinted from a rare French volume, includes 1,100 illustrations of elaborate motifs used to enhance such diverse architectural elements as doorway and balcony grilles, gates, garden seats, door panels, columns, and funeral monuments. Among the illustrations...
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Big Book of Plant and Flower IllustrationsThis treasury of more than 600 royalty-free illustrations of nature's handiwork will be an indispensable resource for anyone in need of plant and flower illustrations. Showcasing the work of 11 different artists, this highly useful compilation attractively and accurately displays a profusion of wildflowers,...
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Viking DesignsThe legendary Vikings of Scandinavia were among the most dynamic peoples of Europe. Throughout the Viking age (c. A.D. 800-100 ), the vibrancy and aggressive energy of this culture found expression in the bold, often fantastic designs of its art. The royalty-free collection contains...
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Shoes, Hats and Fashion Accessories: A Pictorial Archive, 1850-1940Over 1,500 detailed, royalty-free cuts from vintage publications depict Victorian footwear and millinery, beaded handbags from the early 20th century, stylish high-heeled evening shoes from the 1920s, and much more.Author: Carol Belanger GraftonPublisher: Dover PublicationsPublished: 01/22/1998Pages: 128Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 11.96h x 9.03w x...
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Vision and DesignTwenty-five art-related essays by distinguished British art critic and painter reveal his wide-ranging interests. Writings explore relationships between ancient and modern art and between art and life, examining such diverse topics as the art of the Bushmen, African sculpture, ancient American art, Giotto and...
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Argentine Indian ArtThis stunning collection of 284 rare designs is a bonanza for artists and craftspeople seeking distinctive patterns with a South American Indian flavor. The carefully adapted, authentic motifs include animal and totemic designs, geometric and rectilinear figures, abstracts, grids, and many other styles in...
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Circus AlphabetsFor this impressive collection, typographer and print historian Dan X. Solo has selected 100 fonts, many of which are reminiscent of the old-fashioned print styles found on turn-of-the-century posters and broadsides. Alphabets such as the attention-getting Carnival, Frolic, and Houdini fondly recall that era....
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