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Books > Humanities > Archaeology > General
This book examines the dress and personal appearance of members of
the middle and lower classes in the eastern Mediterranean region
during the 4th to 8th centuries. Written, art historical and
archaeological evidence is assessed with a view to understanding
the way that cloth and clothing was made, embellished, cared for
and recycled during this period. Beginning with an overview of
current research on Roman dress, the book looks in detail at the
use of apotropaic and amuletic symbols and devices on clothing
before examining sewing and making methods, the textile industry
and the second-hand clothing trade. The final chapter includes
detailed information on the making and modelling of exact replicas
based on extant garments.
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