Fales, Jane. [from old catalog] · New York, Chicago [etc.] C. Scribner's sons · leaf 34
practically in half, and onthese two differently colored backgrounds various emblemswere placed. Ladies of rank placed on the right side thecoat of arms of the husband, on the left that of their ownfamily, and, to make the costume still more gorgeous, va-rious significant emblems, such as birds,… … 14th and 15th century costume Costume 17 disappeared and the houppelande, or robe, became the dressfor women. Like the surcot, it was a one-piece garment, butvaried greatly in shape from time to time. It had a close-fitting waist and an exceedingly long, full skirt which formeda long train. There…
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