A complete view of the dress and habits of the people of England : from the establishment of the Saxons in Britain to the present time : illustrated by engravings taken from the most authentic remains of antiquity : to which is prefixed an introduction, containing a general description of the ancient habits in use among mankind, from the earliest period of time to the conclusion of the seventh century
Joseph Strutt's 1842 costume survey, edited by J. R. Planché and published in London by Henry G. Bohn, traces English dress from the Saxon settlement onward for a general antiquarian readership. Its engravings show medieval figures in robes, hoods and crowns, drawn from manuscripts and sculpture, offering a designer historical silhouettes, layered drapery and headwear.
