Fashion plates, 1590-1599, 1590-1598
Scope and Contents
This folder contains two plates from Habiti Antichi et el moderni di tutto el mondo by Cesare
Vecellio. 1) 1 women's plate, "Nobili Moderne", 1590 and 2) 1 men's plate, "Nobile di Borgogne", 1598.
Dates
- Creation: 1590-1598
Creator
Language of Materials
Italian
Conditions Governing Access
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Biographical / Historical
Cesare Vecellio was a Venetian publisher. He worked alongside his famous cousin Titian before 1548. His book, "De gli habiti antichi et moderni di diversi parti del mondo" was part of a sixteenth century trend of depicting regional costumes. The artworks within were created by the woodcutter Christoph Krieger and engraver Enea Vico.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 1 placeholder : 5 linear feet
Immediate Source of Acquisition
These items were purchased from Diktats - purchase dates were not recorded.
General
Cesare Vecellio was a Venetian publisher. He worked alongside his famous cousin Titian before 1548. His book, "De gli habiti antichi et moderni di diversi parti del mondo" was part of a sixteenth century trend of depicting regional costumes. The artworks within were created by the woodcutter Christoph Krieger and engraver Enea Vico.
General
Published
Subject
- Habiti Antichi et el moderni di tutto el mondo (subject, Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and FIT Archive Repository