Prestel.Prestel 900 Broadway #603, NY, NY 10003 www.prestel.com The history of the 20th century can be revealed through its fashion trends, and Gerda Buxbaum Icons Of Fashion: The 20th Century (3791333127 $19.95) proves this with an overview of fashion trends and revolutions. Yes, there are the icons of fashion to testify To provide evidence as a witness, subject to an oath or affirmation, in order to establish a particular fact or set of facts. Court rules require witnesses to testify about the facts they know that are relevant to the determination of the outcome of the case. to these changes: Chanel, Karan and others--but also fine photos capturing styles ranging from body stockings body stocking n. A tight-fitting, usually one-piece garment that covers the torso and sometimes has sleeves and legs. body stocking Noun 1. to military and cocktail cocktail, short mixed drink originating in the United States and served as an appetizer. It generally has a basis of gin, whisky, rum, or brandy combined with vermouth or fruit juices and often flavored with bitters or grenadine. dress; all contained in an excellent overview blending visuals with a running commentary on fashion's influence. The gorgeous Spirits Speak: A Celebration Of African Masks (3791332287, $49.95) edited by Peter Stepan with contributions by Iris Hahner gathers a representative sampling of African masks from the world's leading museums and private collections, choosing samples which reflect powerful artistry art·ist·ry n. 1. Artistic ability: a sculptor of great artistry. 2. Artistic quality or craft: the artistry of a poem. and spiritual meaning alike. The power in Spirits Speak lies in full-page color photos of each mask making for a catalog catalog, descriptive list, on cards or in a book, of the contents of a library. Assurbanipal's library at Nineveh was cataloged on shelves of slate. The first known subject catalog was compiled by Callimachus at the Alexandrian Library in the 3d cent. B.C. which pairs an introductory section of history and cultural insight with plates which pack a visual punch. |
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