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The history of underclothes

The history of underclothes

Cunnington, C. Willett · 1951 · 266 pages

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Fascinating, well-documented survey covering 6 centuries of English undergarments, enhanced with over 100 illustrations: 12th-century laced-up bodice, footed long drawers (1795), 19th-century bustles, 19th-century corsets for men, Victorian "bust improvers," much more.

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