This book examines the unique role of feathers and plumes used throughout the 19th, 20th and 21st century to create exclusive, eye-catching designs, and explores their wide-ranging sources of inspiration. Focusing particularly on the Plumassiers de Paris (craftsmen famous for their expertise in the preparation and handling of feathers). Birds of Paradise also features classic designs worn by stars of the stage and screen, such as Marl???ne Dietrich, the Flapper Girls of the 1920s and those from the time of the Belle ?? ...
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This book examines the unique role of feathers and plumes used throughout the 19th, 20th and 21st century to create exclusive, eye-catching designs, and explores their wide-ranging sources of inspiration. Focusing particularly on the Plumassiers de Paris (craftsmen famous for their expertise in the preparation and handling of feathers). Birds of Paradise also features classic designs worn by stars of the stage and screen, such as Marl???ne Dietrich, the Flapper Girls of the 1920s and those from the time of the Belle ???poque (1871-1914) in France and Belgium, inspired by the wonderful literature, music, theater and visual art of the time. Beautifully photographed, showcasing some of the most exquisite garments and accessories; this is the story behind their creation--from the designers, craftsmen and ultimately the people who wore them. Text in English and Dutch.
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Add this copy of Birds of Paradise: Plumes & Feathers in Fashion to cart. $197.50, good condition, Sold by Salish Sea Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Bellingham, WA, UNITED STATES, published 2014 by Lannoo Publishers.
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Good++; Hardcover; Light overall wear to the covers with one slightly "bumped" edge-corner and minor yellowing to the black cover; Unblemished textblock edges; The endpapers and text pages are all clean and unmarked; The binding is excellent with a straight spine; This book will be shipped in a sturdy cardboard box with foam padding; Large Format (Quatro, 10.75"-11.75" tall); 2.3 lbs; Text is in English and Dutch; Pink and gray covers with photo of woman in feather dress, and title in black and pink lettering; 2014, Lannoo Publishers; 192 pages; "Birds of Paradise: Plumes & Feathers in Fashion, " by June Swan, et al.
Add this copy of Birds of Paradise Plumes & Feathers in Fashion to cart. $2,470.00, new condition, Sold by BWS Bks rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Ferndale, NY, UNITED STATES, published 2014 by Lannoo Publishers (Acc).
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New. 9401415463. *** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request ***-*** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT-Flawless copy, brand new, pristine, never opened-Text in English and Dutch. --with a bonus offer--
