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Brooches and badges

From medieval pilgrim badges and Renaissance hat decorations to jewelled brooches and twentieth-century political pins, brooches and badges are often more than practical or decorative dress fasteners; they are expressions of identity. Focusing on the V&A's world-famous collection, 'Bro...

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Auteur principal: Church, Rachel (Auteur, VerfasserIn)
Collectivités auteurs: Victoria and Albert Museum (Verlag)
Thames & Hudson (Verlag)
Format: Livre
Langue:English
Publié: London : Thames & Hudson Ltd , 2019
London : Victoria and Albert Museum , 2019
Collection:Accessories
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Accès en ligne:Inhaltsverzeichnis
Notes sur l'auteur:Rachel Church
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Résumé:From medieval pilgrim badges and Renaissance hat decorations to jewelled brooches and twentieth-century political pins, brooches and badges are often more than practical or decorative dress fasteners; they are expressions of identity. Focusing on the V&A's world-famous collection, 'Brooches & Badges' explores the evolution of these intricate and versatile works of art, and the way in which changes in dress have dictated their use
Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Description matérielle:159 Seiten Illustrationen 24 cm
ISBN:9780500480359
0500480354