Monumental, profusely illustrated study of English fashions from 1485 to 1603. Highly authentic, detailed survey exuberantly describes clothing, headgear, hairstyles, jewelry, collars, footwear, and more worn by royalty, nobility, and the middle and lower classes. Most illustrations from contemporar[...]
The first of what was going to be six volumes extending to the end of the 19th century, only four of which were completed when Norris died in 1950. A costume architect and archaeologist, he designed historical and theatrical costumes and stage sets for plays, films, and pageants. This edition brings[...]