'This amazing collection of nearly 600 cartes de visite is a superb photographic reference and companion to other documents already written about the 1860-1865 time period. Each carte de visite reveals a multitude of details. Every time this book is opened, it will be an adventure.
Ladies' dress fabric prints, plaids, stripes and trims
Ladies' outerwear, hats, shawls and accessories
Ladies' special attire -- mourning, bridal and ball gowns
Children's hats, dresses, suits and accessories
Men's hats, coats, vests, trousers and accessories
This book is a treasure trove of information... a "must have" for every costume designer and living historian... rich in suggestions for the student.'
Written by Donna J. Abraham, soft cover, 160 pgs. B/W.
