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Handbags
Roseann Ettinger
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Description for Handbags
Paperback. Presents diverse examples by the hundreds, from pouches worn in the Dark Ages and early chatelaines and pockets of the Middle Ages to contemporary handbags. The trail follows the handbag's evolution as it has related to fashion and influenced by history. For the collector current prices are provided with each item pictured. Num Pages: 192 pages, 450 color photos. BIC Classification: JFCK; WCV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 278 x 215 x 16. Weight in Grams: 888.
Handbags have been an essential part of the feminine attire for nearly 200 years. This all-inclusive book showcases hundreds of unique handbags, from pouches worn in the dark ages to contemporary clutches, illustrated in 450 beautiful color images. This book traces the handbag's evolution as it has related to fashion and been influenced by history. The handbags range from delicate beaded reticules, to bold metal ring mesh bags and rhinestone-accented velvet evening bags. Leather, silk, plastic, and even wooden handbags are shown, each with current market values in the caption. The factual text and period advertisements will appeal to enthusiasts. ... Read more
Handbags have been an essential part of the feminine attire for nearly 200 years. This all-inclusive book showcases hundreds of unique handbags, from pouches worn in the dark ages to contemporary clutches, illustrated in 450 beautiful color images. This book traces the handbag's evolution as it has related to fashion and been influenced by history. The handbags range from delicate beaded reticules, to bold metal ring mesh bags and rhinestone-accented velvet evening bags. Leather, silk, plastic, and even wooden handbags are shown, each with current market values in the caption. The factual text and period advertisements will appeal to enthusiasts. ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780764317224
SKU
V9780764317224
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-2
About Roseann Ettinger
Roseann Ettinger hails from Hazleton, Pennsylvania, where she owns the Remember When antique jewelry and vintage clothing boutique. She has traveled extensively throughout the United States and her collection and knowledge of handbags has grown immensely with her experiences and adventures.
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