The secret history of the handbag
Etherington-Smith, Meredith2014
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From the secret pockets of the pre-Renaissance era, the introduction of travel bags in the 19th century, to the explosion of creativity in the 20th and 21st century, this book looks at the changing nature of the most essential and fascinating accessory.
Main title:
The secret history of the handbag / by Meredith Etherington-Smith
Imprint:
London Double-Barrelled 2014
Collation:
148 pages illustrations (chiefly colour) portraits
Contents:
From purses and pockets to reticules and ridicle -- En voyage! -- The new century 1900-1920 -- The rise of the garconne 1920-1930 -- Miniature marvels -- The romantic thirties 1930-1940 -- The rise of celebrity 1930-1950 -- Onwards and upwards - the modern celebrity bag -- What next? The future is sleek
ISBN:
9780957150065 (hardcover)
Dewey class:
646.48 SEC
Local class:
646.48
Language:
English
BRN:
19150
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys | Nonfiction | 646.48 SEC | hbk.Available |