num_pages: 448
description: A comprehensive study of dress in Northern Europe from the early fourteenth century to the beginning of the Renaissance Illuminating Fashion is the first thorough study of the history of fashion in this period based solely on firmly dated or datable works of art. It draws on illuminated manuscripts early printed books tapestries paintings and sculpture from museums and libraries around the world.Symbolism and metaphors are buried in the art of fashion says Roger Wieck the editor of Illuminating Fashion. Examining the role of social customs and politics in influencing dress at a time of rapid change in fashion this fully illustrated volume demonstrates the richness of such symbolism in medieval art and how artists used clothing and costume to help viewers interpret an image.At the heart of the work is A Pictorial History of Fashion 1325 to 1515 an album of over 300 illustrations with commentary. This is followed by a comprehensive glossary of medieval English and French clothing terms and an extensive list of dated and datable works of art. Not only can this fully illustrated volume be used as guide to a fuller understanding of the works of art it can also help date an undated work; reveal the shape and structure of actual garments; and open up a pictures iconographic and social content.It is invaluable for costume designers students and scholars of the history of dress and history of art as well as those who need to date works of art.
language: English
title: Illuminating Fashion: Dress in the Art of Medieval France and the Netherlands, 1325-1515
publisher: GILES