Description
Costume Museum. Brief Guide
Book Summary
This brief guide offers an essential introduction to the history and collections of the Costume Museum. The reader will find a concise tour of the permanent exhibition, which illustrates the evolution of clothing from antiquity to contemporary designers, both national and international. A reference work for understanding the value of dress as a cultural and artistic expression.
What is it about?
The publication presents a synthesis of the textile and clothing heritage of the Costume Museum. Through a brief but complete tour, the book guides the reader through the most representative pieces of the permanent collection, showing how clothing has evolved over the centuries. It explores everything from ancient garments to the creations of modern designers, offering a global perspective of fashion as a reflection of society and history.
Main themes
- History of clothing from antiquity to the present day.
- The Costume Museum's permanent collection and its most outstanding pieces.
- Evolution of fashion and textile design in national and international contexts.
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is recommended for visitors to the Costume Museum who wish to have a quick and clear reference, as well as for fashion history enthusiasts, design or art students, and any reader interested in learning about textile heritage in an accessible way.
What this book offers
- A panoramic and educational overview of the evolution of dress throughout history.
- A practical resource for preparing or supplementing a visit to the Costume Museum.
- Selected information on the key pieces of the permanent collection.
- A lightweight and portable format, ideal for carrying during the tour.
Technical specifications
- Publisher: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area o
- Language: English
- Collection: TBD. COLLECTION
- Binding: Other
- Publication date: January 2012
- Number of pages: 72
- Weight: 81 g
Editorial review
This is a brief but substantial guide that effectively fulfills its informative purpose. Its main value lies in its ability to synthesize centuries of textile history in a manageable and visually accessible format. It is a useful tool for both the casual visitor and the scholar seeking an initial approach to the museum's holdings, standing out for its clarity of exposition and didactic approach.