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Chats on costume (1906)

Rhead, G. Woolliscroft (George Woolliscroft), 1854-1920 · London : T.F. Unwin · leaf 189

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omparatively modern origin,although some form of covering for the neck has beenemplo)ed from a very early period. The Romansmade use of chin-cloths for the protection of theneck and throat, which were termed focalia. Thesewere worn by public orators, who from professionalconsiderations were fearful… … HENRIETTA, MARQUISE D ENTRAGUES. Engraved by IVierix, made use of a handkerchief (sudarium) for this pur-pose. This is probably the origin of the cravat, whichis in many countries called neck-handkerchief COLLARS AND CUFFS 183 The thorax, of otters skin, worn by Charlemagneduring the colder months,…

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