Empire Costumes Paper Dolls (History of Costume Series) [Paperback]

Tom Tierney (Author)

Book Description

Series: History of Costume Series | Publication Date: May 13, 1999

Elegant costumes for a wealthy couple of the French Empire (1804–1814) features 16 costumes, including graceful, high-waisted gowns, shawls, hats, bonnets, gloves, and other accessories for the lady; and pantaloons (later, trousers), embroidered silk coats, knee breeches, and black slippers for the man. Fashionable samples of day wear, court attire and wardrobe accessories will delight fashion lovers, costume historians, and paper doll devotees of all ages.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Dover Publications (May 13, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0486408132
• ISBN-13: 978-0486408132
• Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 9.2 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,499,893 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tierney Strikes Again!, February 10, 2001

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This review is from: Empire Costumes Paper Dolls (History of Costume Series) (Paperback)

Tom Tierney has produced another wonderful book of paper dolls! I have been collecting his period paper dolls since I was a child and have never been dissapointed. This set is no exception. The costumes are fitted perfectly to the Empire period. They would also be a perfect gift for any child interested in books from this era, such as Jane Austen's works. They can become the pictures for otherwise un-illustrated books. They are also a must-have for any historical clothing fanatics. These paper dolls come highly recommended!

4.0 out of 5 stars Another beautiful doll book, March 18, 2001

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This review is from: Empire Costumes Paper Dolls (History of Costume Series) (Paperback)

Many wonderful and decidedly French influenced fashions are represented here. Not quite as many costumes or as diverse a set of them as in Tierney's Regency doll book, but while I haven't used this set as much it has certainly been fun to compare the French and English styles.