Description: The MFLIBRA Antique Books Team Presents: 1884 Rare 19th-Century Fashion First Edition - Our Grandmothers' Gowns, Illustrated by George R. Halkett. (Description) Author: Hunt, Mrs. Alfred W. (Margaret Raine). George R. Halkett, Illustrator. Title: Our Grandmothers' Gowns. Publisher: London, Field & Tuer, no date (1884). First Edition. Language: Text in English. Size: 8" X 5". Pages: 54 pages plus 24 color plates and publisher's catalog. Binding: Attractive and near fine original full cloth binding with floral-patterned fabric with ties at the sides and printed paper labels on the cover and spine (hinges fine) under a protective removable mylar cover. Content: Very good content (bright and tight, light toning - as shown, upper left corner of plate II chipped without affecting the illustration). Illustrations: Complete with the beautiful twenty-four hand-colored illustrations depicting Victorian era fashions, drawn by George R. Halkett. The book: This attractive and rare first edition offers a delightful glimpse into the sartorial choices of the Victorian era, presenting the gowns, dresses, and accessories worn by the women of the period. It's both a charming historical record and a visual delight for those interested in fashion history. The illustrator: George Roland Halkett (1855-1918), studied art in Paris. He became a regular contributor to various newspapers and art magazines, and from 1876 was the art critic of the Edinburgh Evening News. He adds a vivid layer to the text with his detailed and colored illustrations, enhancing the reader's understanding of Victorian fashion aesthetics. No-question-money-back guarantee on everything we sell. Buyer pays shipping. Items are shipped out within 24 hours of receiving the order. Canada Post Service standards :[Canada] Parcel Services standards are 3 to 12 business days.[United States] Small Packet standards are 6 to 12 business days.[International] Airmail Parcel standards are 2 to 4 weeks.
Price: 312 CAD
Location: Montreal
End Time: 2024-12-02T00:44:54.000Z
Shipping Cost: 8.98 CAD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Binding: Cloth
Language: English
Illustrator: George R. Halkett
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Collector's Edition, Illustrated
Author: Hunt, Mrs. Alfred W. (Margaret Raine)
Publisher: Field & Tuer
Topic: Historical
Subject: Illustrated
Year Printed: 1884
