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''A Manual of Costume as Illustrated by Monumental Brasses'' is a historical and educational book written by Herbert Druitt and published in 1906. It is a comprehensive guide to the costumes and clothing styles of various periods of history, as seen through the depictions of monumental brasses. Monumental brasses are large memorial plaques that were popular in the Middle Ages and Renaissance era, and often depicted the deceased person in their full attire. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of history, from the 13th century to the 17th century. Each chapter includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of the costumes and clothing styles of that era, as depicted in monumental brasses. The book also includes information on the symbolism and meaning behind certain clothing styles and accessories, such as the significance of certain colors and materials.Overall, ''A Manual of Costume as Illustrated by Monumental Brasses'' is a valuable resource for historians, costume designers, and anyone interested in the history of fashion and clothing. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the clothing styles and social customs of past eras, and is a testament to the enduring influence of art and design on our understanding of history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
