Art Books

 Art Books - Various Timeframes/Materials

These Art books cover a variety of topics & art using a variety of materials. (Metals, Wood, Cloth, Tiling, Stone, ...)  Some of these books cover how a piece was made, examples of period artists notebooks, etc. 

Several of these books are in German or French language. I've found that taking a picture of the page with my tablet or phone while in Google Translate helped me to read the bits I needed help with.

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Early Period Textiles & Costuming

Roche-Bernard, Geneviève. Costumes et Textiles en Gaule Romaine. Éditions Errance, 1993.

Costumes et Textiles en Gaule Romaine is an in-depth exploration of the clothing and textile industry in Roman Gaul. Written in French, this detailed study examines various aspects of fiber production, dyeing techniques, weaving styles, and the construction of garments during the Roman period. It also provides a thorough analysis of how clothing was commercialized, tracing its journey from production to market. Roche-Bernard supports her research with meticulous notes on her sources, making it a highly reliable reference for scholars interested in the history of ancient textiles.

Although the book is in French, readers can easily translate it using tools like Google Translate to access the rich content. This volume, now out of print and difficult to find, remains a valuable resource for those studying ancient costume and textile production. The book is in immaculate condition, with only a bookplate inside the front cover. Its comprehensive coverage of Gallic textiles, supported by rich iconography and extensive historical research, makes it essential for those interested in the craftsmanship and commercial practices of the time.

This book is in excellent condition. It has a bookplate inside the front cover. ISBN:  978-2877720793 / 2877720799. Asking $200.

Eastgate Excavations

Evans, D.H., and D. Tomlinson. Excavations at 33-35 Eastgate, Beverley 1983-86. Dorchester: Dorset Press, 1992.

This volume presents a comprehensive archaeological study of excavations at 33-35 Eastgate, Beverley, detailing the complex development of an industrial suburb from the late 11th to the 14th century. The focus of the study is on the dyeing trade, one of the principal industries in the area, and represents the most thorough examination of a medieval dye-works published in Britain.

The book traces land reclamation in the area, which began during the Middle Saxon period but accelerated after the Norman Conquest. The excavation revealed evidence of early iron smithing, flax processing, and shoemaking, but by the mid-12th century, textile dyeing became the dominant industry. Eight phases of development were documented, uncovering vats, drains, and industrial outbuildings, along with rich environmental and artefactual evidence. The study is supported by dendrochronological, archaeomagnetic, and radiocarbon dating.

Additionally, the book features a comprehensive analysis of pottery and other ceramic artefacts, highlighting the products of Beverley's prolific pottery industry. Non-ceramic finds include a range of tools, dress accessories, and well-preserved organic materials such as wooden and leather objects. The volume is rounded out by a wide-ranging discussion of the growth of Beverley, its industries, building types, and pits found on the site.

This is a hardcover book with a dust jacket in fine condition. There ia a label on the front sheet with a prior owner's address. There are no marks or highlighting inside. The book came with two microfiche sheets inside the back cover and they are included. It measures 8.5"wide x 12"tall x 1"thick. ISBN: 9780906090442. I am asking $20, including shipping.

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