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Title: Eyeglass Retrospective
Condition: New
Subtitle: Where Fashion Meets Science
Author: Nancy N. Schiffer
Format: Hardback
ISBN-10: 0764310410
EAN: 9780764310416
ISBN: 9780764310416
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Genre: Society & Culture
Topic: Fashion & Design
Release Date: 20/01/2000
Description: This book provides an overview for identifying and dating vintage eyewear for the growing numbers of collectors. Explore ways in which eyeglass design has developed to reflect both popular fashion and scientific investigation.The designs of frames and lenses were changed as more comfortable and practical styles were invented. In the mid-twentieth century, eyeglass makers carefully sought high profile entertainers to wear their designs in order to promote their companies. Advertising worked its magic and the general public came to prefer the advertised designs. Examples of eyewear from the sevententh century to the present are shown in over 600 color photos and explained in an engaging text. Bifocals, monocles, pince-nez, fanciful and safety styles of eyeglasses and sunglasses are shown along with some price estimates.
Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: US
Item Height: 216mm
Item Length: 279mm
Item Weight: 1451g
Release Year: 2000

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