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Black in fashion : mourning to night
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Black in fashion : mourning to night

by Laura Jocic, Danielle Whitfield, Roger Leong, Paola Di Trocchio

This illustrated volume explores the history and symbolism of black clothing from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day. Drawing on garments, accessories, and art, it examines how the colour has signified mourning, power, elegance, and subversion.

Accession 4343 ISBN — Publisher National Gallery of Victoria
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