Costume Design And Illustration (1918)

Costume Design and Illustration is a book written by Ethel Traphagen and published in 1918. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of costume design and illustration, and it covers a wide range of topics related to the subject. The book is aimed at students, designers, and anyone interested in the field of costume design.The book is divided into three parts. Part one covers the basic principles of costume design, including the history of costume, the elements of design, and the principles of color and texture. Part two focuses on the practical aspects of costume design, including the selection of fabrics, the use of patterns, and the construction of costumes. Part three covers the art of costume illustration, including the use of different media, the techniques of drawing and painting, and the principles of composition.Throughout the book, Traphagen provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts she is discussing. The illustrations include sketches of costumes, drawings of fabrics, and examples of finished costumes. Traphagen also includes a glossary of terms related to costume design and illustration, making the book a valuable reference for anyone working in the field.Overall, Costume Design and Illustration is a comprehensive and informative guide to the art of costume design and illustration. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the subject, and it remains a valuable resource for designers and students of costume design to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.