Courtier Costumes

The term “macaroni” was once as familiar a label as “punk” or “hipster” is today. In this handsomely illustrated book devoted to notable 18th-century British male fashion, award-winning author and fashion historian Peter McNeil brings together dress, biography, and historical events with the broader visual and material culture of the late 18th century. For thirty years, macaroni was a highly topical word, yielding a complex set of social, sexual, and cultural associations. Pretty Ge... [Read More]

Costumes Of Frankish Women Courtiers From The Sixth To The Tenth Centuries. is a licensed reproduction that was printed on Premium Heavy Stock Paper which captures all of the vivid colors and details of the original. The overall paper size is 22.00 x 38.00 inches. This print is ready for hanging or framing and would make a great addition to your home or office decor.

The Fun Costumes Renaissance Nobleman Costume We love the Ren Faire almost as much as we love Halloween. That means any opportunity to blend the two together is a winning moment for us. That's why we are so happy to offer you this Renaissance Nobleman Costume. We use high-quality materials and careful construction to ensure that you can enjoy this look whether at the Faire, a costume party, or chilling out in your own noble den year 'round. Attention to Detail This Renaissance look includes ever... [Read More]

By the sixth century of the common era the Roman Empire already had many hundreds of years of accumulated ceremony embedded in its government, and practical science embodied in its army.The transition from Republic to Imperium and the more hierarchical structure that entailed, and the absorption of Christianity into state processes, had pushed the development of court ceremonial apace, and particularly driven its embodiment and display in ever more opulent regalia. The regalia embraced not only ... [Read More]

Examines the role of clothing in medieval society and discusses trends in clothing styles and the characteristic dress of different classes of people.

English costumes from late fifteenth century. From left Judge gentleman lady of rank courtier lady of quality. From the national and domestic history of England by William Aubrey published London circa 1890 is a licensed reproduction that was printed on premium heavy stock paper which captures all of the vivid colors and details of the original. The overall paper size is 17.00 x 12.00 inches. This print is ready for hanging or framing and would make a great addition to your home or office decor.... [Read More]

This is an Asian size,We recommend adding 2 to 3 sizesYear season:Spring 2017 Gender:Men Material:Viscose Model Number:w654 Dance Type:Chinese Folk Dance Item Type:Yangko Dance Costume Color Classification:White laceWish you all the best in your work and shopping a happy day

In 1759, the Qianlong Emperor of China commissioned a catalog of comprehensive, illustrated regulations for ceremonial garments and accessories worn by the members of the imperial household. Not since the HUANGCHAO LIQI TUSHI was written have we seen a more stunning look at the colors, designs, and insignias of China's last imperial dynasty. With detailed descriptions and exquisite illustrations, this invaluable reference preserves the fashionable side of China's dynastic history for generations... [Read More]

Medieval courtiers defined themselves in ceremonies and rituals. Tournaments, Maying, interludes, charivaris, and masking invited the English and French nobility to assert their identities in gesture and costume as well as in speech. These events presumed that performance makes a self, in contrast to the modern belief that identity precedes social performance and, indeed, that performance falsifies the true, inner self. Susan Crane resists the longstanding convictions that medieval rituals were ... [Read More]

Costumes Of Frankish Women Courtiers From The Sixth To The Tenth Centuries Canvas Art - Ken Welsh Design Pics (11 x