Rice cultivation in ancient China. Landscape, Architecture, Costumes, Temples, Palaces, Manners with description.
Rice cultivation at Suzhou, China. Transplanting and Sowing in 1843.
Category: 1843
The Cataract of Shih Tan, Yangtze River. The western parts of Jiangnan.
In this picturesque locality, and amidst the shattered crags that hang over the seven cataracts, grows the Tong Choo, and also a species of Rhus, from the seeds of which an oil is expressed, used in the composition of a valuable varnish.
Japanese General costume, 19th century.
Japanese General costume, 19th century. General Japonais. Gallery: Asian costumes by Auguste Wahlen. Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world. Related Posts:Costume of a Japanese soldier with… Read More
Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
India Raja or Maharajah costume, 19th century.
India Raja or Maharajah costume, 19th century. Related Posts:Traditional Persian woman. NobilityPersian Gunner. Canonnier Persan.Noble Burmese woman costume.
Mahommed Shah of Persia. The splendor of Oriental magnificence.
Mohammed Shah (1810-1848), also Mehmed Mirza Shah, descendant of the Kajar dynasty, conservative ruler of Persia since 1844.
China Emperor costume, 1843.
China Emperor costume, 1843. L’Empereur de la Chine. Gallery: Asian costumes by Auguste Wahlen. Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world. Related Posts:China Jesuit missionary costume.Chinese soldier… Read More
Noble Burmese male costume. Noble Birmane 1843.
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Costume Arabian Noble man in 1843.
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Costume Afghan soldier with old gun.
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Afghan soldier costume from Herat in 1843.
Afghan soldier costume from Herat in 1843. Afghan d´Herat. Gallery: Asian costumes by Auguste Wahlen. Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world. Related Posts:Costume Afghan soldier with… Read More
Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com
The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Made the World Paperback – December 7, 2021
by Virginia Postrel (Author)
From Neanderthal string to 3D knitting, an “expansive” global history that highlights “how textiles truly changed the world” (Wall Street Journal)
Fashionpedia - The Visual Dictionary Of Fashion Design
FASHIONPEDIA is a visual fashion dictionary covering all the technical terms from style to material to production with illustrations and infographics. It encompasses rich, extensive information and yet is easy to read. Whether you are an industry insider or a fashion connoisseur, FASHIONPEDIA is all you will ever need to navigate the fashion scene.
Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
