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Modes & Manners Ornaments: Lace, Fans, Gloves, Walking-Sticks, Parasols, Jewelry and Trinkets
Hardcover
Art HistoryFashion & AccessoriesGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781025845227
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 330
Weight: 1.41
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Modes & Manners Ornaments: Lace, Fans, Gloves, Walking-Sticks, Parasols, Jewelry and Trinkets is an extensive and scholarly survey of the delicate accessories that have defined European elegance and social status throughout the centuries. Max von Boehn provides a meticulous examination of the artistry and cultural significance behind the smaller components of dress that complemented the wardrobes of the aristocracy and the bourgeoisie. From the intricate patterns of hand-woven lace to the ceremonial importance of the walking-stick and the subtle social signals facilitated by the folding fan, this work delves into the fascinating evolution of personal adornment.
The text explores how these ornaments served not merely as functional items, but as potent symbols of wealth, rank, and cultural refinement. Boehn charts the stylistic shifts in jewelry and trinkets across different eras, highlighting the exquisite craftsmanship that transformed everyday objects into minor masterpieces. By focusing on these specific details of costume, the book offers a unique window into the broader social history and shifting sensibilities of Western civilization. It remains an essential resource for historians of fashion, costume designers, and readers fascinated by the intersection of decorative art and daily life. Through its exploration of the ornaments of fashion, the work illuminates the nuances of historical etiquette and the enduring human drive for aesthetic expression.
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