Historic Dress of the Clergy by the Rev. George S. Tyack traces the history of ecclesiastical dress, beginning with the Levitical vestments of the Old Testament. This reprint brings his 1897 study to readers interested in the garments and accessories used by clergy through the centuries.
Inside the book
Topics include cassocks and coats, copes, cloaks and gowns, headgear, linen and lawn, and liturgical colours. Tyack also considers accessories less often discussed in general vestment references, including bishops’ shoes, sandals, gloves and rings.
Who this book is for
A historical reference for clergy, vestment makers, church historians and readers studying ecclesiastical dress.
Book details
- Author: Rev. George S. Tyack, B.A.
- Original publication: 1897
- Edition: historic reprint
About this historic reprint
This is a modern reproduction of a historical work from the Ecclesiastical Sewing library. Original blemishes may remain. Historical instructions and terminology may assume prior knowledge of sewing or church practice.
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Historic Dress of the Clergy by the Rev. George S. Tyack traces the history of ecclesiastical dress, beginning with the Levitical vestments of the Old Testament. This reprint brings his 1897 study to readers interested in the garments and accessories used by clergy through the centuries.
Inside the book
Topics include cassocks and coats, copes, cloaks and gowns, headgear, linen and lawn, and liturgical colours. Tyack also considers accessories less often discussed in general vestment references, including bishops’ shoes, sandals, gloves and rings.
Who this book is for
A historical reference for clergy, vestment makers, church historians and readers studying ecclesiastical dress.
Book details
- Author: Rev. George S. Tyack, B.A.
- Original publication: 1897
- Edition: historic reprint
About this historic reprint
This is a modern reproduction of a historical work from the Ecclesiastical Sewing library. Original blemishes may remain. Historical instructions and terminology may assume prior knowledge of sewing or church practice.
Explore related titles in the Historic Library Books collection.
Who else do you know that might like our company?
Send them a FREE $10 just for checking us out! Give them the code ”REFERRAL10” for $10 off their first order!
If you haven't used the code yet, it will work on your first order as well! Just make sure to pass it along to your favorite priest, pastor, or seamstress!
