New York: French & European Pub.Inc, 1931.
60 plates. 9.75 x 11 inches.
This portfolio presents in 60 plates the most notable costumes worn in the various provinces of France including Normandy, Burgundy, the surroundings of Lyon and many other regions. It presents a wide overview of the national styles and their diversity, as each costume is represented in its vivid colors and distinctive character. Imparting its originality to each particular province, the way of dress reflects the customs and way of life that varied according to the region, of its people, and is a touching record of the past.
Features 60 color plates in pochoir technique - a highly refined technique of making fine limited editions of stencil prints [Wikipedia] - Includes 3 pages of introductory text.
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