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Dresses and decorations of the Middle Ages (1843)

Shaw, Henry, 1800-1873, William Pickering (Firm) · London : W. Pickering · leaf 115

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probably written about the middle of the twelfth century, possibly a little earlier. The bishops, who are in their full dress, are remarkable as represent- ing specimens of the low formed mitre which was characteristic of the earlier pontifical costume. These figures, besides affording good…

Costume · Clothing and dress · Decoration and ornament, Medieval

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