80 Godey's Full-Color Fashion Plates (1838-1880) (Paperback)

~ JoAnne Olian (Author)

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Product Description

Superb illustrations from a rare source provide authentic views of evolving Victorian fashions—from high necklines, elongated bodices, and fitted bonnets to extravagant bustles. The meticulously reproduced plates include depictions of dresses, gowns, and coats as well as accessories. A must for costume designers, cultural historians, and fashion enthusiasts. Introduction. Captions.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications; illustrated edition edition (January 21, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0486402223
• ISBN-13: 978-0486402222
• Product Dimensions: 12 x 9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #284,539 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Godey's : A great reference guide, July 31, 2000

By	"burke_family" (Washington, DC United States) - See all my reviews

While it would be rare to find a Godey's book with every fashion print in it, this book gives you an excellent variety of the best dresses from Godey's. The descriptions give an idea of color mixes, fabric and decoration. This book is a great reference tool for the Lady Civil War or Mid-Victorian Reenactor or Costume Designer.

15 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book....but I can't find our pictures in it!, March 7, 1999

By	[e-mail] (Near Indianapolis, Indiana, USA) - See all my reviews

I have 8 prints that don't appear in the book from 1865-1870. Want to find more info about my prints to include their value (at least an estimate). Pictures in the book are beautiful and pretty true to the actual work...except the real ones have a little "browner" paper. The history in the beginning is also very well done, and helpful in knowing the art. Thanks JoAnne.