Synopses & Reviews
Beribboned and colorful, adorned with lace and embroidery, folk costumes display the pride people have in their traditions. 80 magnificent color plates show more than 200 costumes from around the world, with every intricate detail magnificently rendered. Descriptions cover every aspect of design, from the cut of a skirt, to typical coloration, to the materials used, and the accessories added. See how history, climate, and geography have influenced dress, and how each ensemble relates to the national music, dance, and ritual. "Valuable as a design history and a visual reference."-- Theatre Crafts Magazine. 224 pages, 88 color illus., 5 1/4 x 7 1/2.
Synopsis
Over 200 costumes in color, with descriptions relating each to traditions, music, dance and ritual. “Valuable as a design history and visual reference.”—
Theatre Crafts Magazine. “Useful in high school and public libraries.”—
RSBALASynopsis
Over 200 costumes in color, with descriptions relating each to traditions, music, dance and ritual. “Valuable as a design history and visual reference.”—
Theatre Crafts Magazine. “Useful in high school and public libraries.”—
RSBALA