Fashion in the Middle Ages

by Margaret Scott

Book Overview

From the costly velvets and furs worn by kings to the undyed wools and rough linens of the peasantry, the clothing worn by the various classes in the Middle Ages played an integral role in medieval society. In addition to providing clues to status, profession, and/or geographic origin, textiles were a crucial element in the economies of many countries and cities.

Much of what is known about medieval fashion is gleaned from the pages of manuscripts,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1606065858
• ISBN13: 9781606065853
• Release Date: September 2018
• Publisher: J. Paul Getty Museum
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.6" x 9.0"