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Paper dolls can depict fashions worn throughout history, from ancient times to modern eras. A veritable costume museum is contained within the pages of paper doll books. There is a wealth of educational historic costume information created by artists who meticulously replicate apparel from bygone times. Fashion is a reflection of the society that wears it and paper dolls reflect historical changing times.
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Presenting Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge in this beautifully illustrated paper doll book by Norma Lu Meehan. Museum quality artwork elevates this book to a new level of paper doll artistry. Not only is it a must for every paper doll collector, but also for anyone who treasures today’s royal history as it happens. The 8 page book features two Kate dolls as well as Prince William and baby Prince... |
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Eight young women exemplify the girls next door who joined the military during World War II. Each doll is given an average name such as Lt. Janet Willis, WAVE; Anne Fisher, Marine; and Ensign Ruth Davis, SPAR. (Perhaps representing real women?) There are more than 45 outfits including authentic uniforms and charming but practical casual clothes for their busy wartime lives. A beautiful 1943 reproduction paper doll... |
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A superb example of the patriotic paper dolls from the 1940s. The cover art features two couples--Jack and Mary, and Susan and Bob. The inside pages have great background designs to set off the military-influenced fashions as well as gowns, daytime clothes, and, of course, uniforms. Four dolls and eight clothing pages. Book size 9 1/2 x 11 1/2 inches with cardstock covers. |
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Four dolls represent Her Majesty as a young princess, a royal bride, a reigning queen and today’s beloved ruler. The royal wardrobe includes the historic ceremonial coronation garb, the wedding gown and eight decades of fashions by the Queen's couturiers including Norman Hartnell and Hardy Amies. Illustrated by David Wolfe. |
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Reigning Cats and Dogs Paper Dolls by Charlotte Whatley is both historic and hilarious, too. Imagine centuries of famous rulers from Emperor Justinian to Henry VIII, from Richard the Lionheart to Queen Victoria, from Marie Antoinette to Elizabeth II. Picture their luxurious robes of state and glorious gowns, their extravagant jewels and crowns. But now picture those same rulers as if they had been dogs and cats, all... |
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Tom Tierney turns back the clock to World War II when women took over the nation's workforce and made history. This book of vintage fashions honors Rosie and her female co-workers with three paper dolls and 26 authentic outfits of the 1940s including work clothes, casual dresses, smart suits, evening gowns and a war-time wedding dress. Included is a story about Rosie the Riveter plus fashion notes. A wonderful... |
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A loving tribute to Saint Thérèse, “The Little Flower of Lisieux” by Andrea Helen Smith. Costumes represent her holy communion dress and clothing typical for girls of the late 1880s. Enhance the 14 outfits with dozens of props and accessories such as dolls, toys, desserts, kaleidoscope, paint palette, Bible and rosaries. Includes the story of her young life. |
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Queen Elizabeth I was one of history’s most fascinating, powerful and brilliant characters. England enjoyed a golden age during her long and turbulent reign. Her life has inspired many screen treatments, movies and television, and this book showcases the queen as portrayed Bette Davis, Cate Blanchett, Vanessa Redgrave, Judi Dench, Helen Mirren and Glenda Jackon. Costumes from many of the successful motion picture... |
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