So few excellent examples of clothing from bygone eras exist. Wear and tear, insect and humidity damage, and improper storage all take their toll. Well-preserved and breathtaking examples of historical clothing are featured in The Kyoto Costume Institute. Established in 1978 the Kyoto Costume Institute features an extensive collection of fashion and accessories.The following photos of regency gowns and outerwear have been gleaned from the Institute’s archives:
Spencer Jacket
Spencer Jacket, Leghorn Hat 
The Kyoto Costume Institute
October 12, 2007 by Vic
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Black London by Gretchen Gerzina
Free E-Book: Gerzina has written a fascinating account of London blacks, focusing on the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Because of a paucity of sources from blacks themselves, Gerzina had to rely primarily on glimpses through white eyes, especially those of antislavery advocate Granville Sharp. Gerzina is quite adept at culling evidence of a rich, complex black life, with significant interaction (and intermarriage) with the white community. Although subjected to much discrimination, London blacks never suffered as much as their American counterparts. The author rightly concludes that blacks have played an important role in the life of London for much of its history.
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Beautiful. Another reason to visit lovely Kyoto.
I dont read english well. Iwould like a french version? Thank you. It’s beautiful your collection. I know you by your book that I was buy.
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Bonjour! You will need to find a way to translate this page, or ask wordpress to offer their platform in French. Thank you for stopping by!
Marvellous, I like your search. I have to buy your books.
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