Trousers of a Kurdish leader. Turkish men’s trousers, Armenian women’s trousers, Persian men’s trousers.
Trouser shapes of Asia Minor. Turkey, Kurdish, Persian.
Tag: Max Tilke
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
Traditional clothing from Arabia, Palestine and Syria.
Costume cuts and robe shapes from Arabia, Palestine and Syria.
Egyptian overcoat. The Binish. Upper garment of scholars and priests.
The binish, like the kaftan, is spread all over the Near East. Those countries where it is chiefly worn are Egypt, W. Arabia, Syria, Asia Minor, and Turkey.
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.
Egyptian Man’s shirt. The Gallebaya. Characteristic garment.
Characteristic garment of the modern Egyptian population. A variation of the Gallebaya called “kamis”. The material is black cotton (Winter).
Oriental Costumes. Farasia. Kaftan. North Africa, Morocco.
The Farasia, Kaftan. North Africa, Morocco. Oriental Costumes by Max Tilke. This garment is a shirt-dress with wide sleeves, it is buttoned over the chest. It is often belted, and… Read More
Djellaba. North Africa, Marocco.
NORTH AFRICA, MOROCCO. The djellabia or djellaba. Maghreb region of North Africa. Djellaba arab. جلابة It differs from the Egyptian Galabia by a sewn lace hood.
