A Child and his World. Children’s Clothes from the 17th to the 19th Century
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Editorial: Monika Janisz
The publication is a popular science work, the rich historical background of which introduces the atmosphere of particular eras, their customs and fashion nuances. It consists of extensive articles with footnotes, written by enthusiasts and specialists in the field of archaeology, history of art and fashion, and material culture. We will read here, among others, about: the art of making, children’s jewellery, children’s furniture, the history of education, games and toys. We will also find expert opinions on children’s clothing, information about fabrics, cuts, clothing construction, accessories and decorations. All this can be seen in numerous illustrations – portraits, drawings, old photographs from both Polish and foreign collections. Lovers of historical tailoring will find interesting an article describing the step-by-step reconstruction of an 18th century children’s bonnet from the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw. The publication also presents works exhibited in the Museum of King Jan III’s Palace at Wilanów at a temporary, post-competition exhibition entitled ‘Reconstructions of Children’s Clothes from the 17th to the 19th Century’. Each reconstruction is accompanied by a commentary by the author of the work and illustrated by an outstanding photographer, Mrs Olga Skoczylas. As a complement to the exhibition, the publication provides a wide range of readers with knowledge about the world of children and children’s clothing over the course of three centuries. It is a highly recommended and very valuable, richly illustrated publication.
Publisher: Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów
Year of publication: 2019
Length: 494 pages
Format: 21x27 cm
Cover: soft
ISBN 978-83-66104-11-2
The publication is a popular science work, the rich historical background of which introduces the atmosphere of particular eras, their customs and fashion nuances. It consists of extensive articles with footnotes, written by enthusiasts and specialists in the field of archaeology, history of art and fashion, and material culture. We will read here, among others, about: the art of making, children’s jewellery, children’s furniture, the history of education, games and toys. We will also find expert opinions on children’s clothing, information about fabrics, cuts, clothing construction, accessories and decorations. All this can be seen in numerous illustrations – portraits, drawings, old photographs from both Polish and foreign collections. Lovers of historical tailoring will find interesting an article describing the step-by-step reconstruction of an 18th century children’s bonnet from the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw. The publication also presents works exhibited in the Museum of King Jan III’s Palace at Wilanów at a temporary, post-competition exhibition entitled ‘Reconstructions of Children’s Clothes from the 17th to the 19th Century’. Each reconstruction is accompanied by a commentary by the author of the work and illustrated by an outstanding photographer, Mrs Olga Skoczylas. As a complement to the exhibition, the publication provides a wide range of readers with knowledge about the world of children and children’s clothing over the course of three centuries. It is a highly recommended and very valuable, richly illustrated publication.
Publisher: Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów
Year of publication: 2019
Length: 494 pages
Format: 21x27 cm
Cover: soft
ISBN 978-83-66104-11-2
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