Esther Juhasz et al.
The Jewish Wardrobe: From the Collection of the Israel Museum, Jerusalem.
Milan / Jerusalem: 5 Continents Editions/ The Israel Museum, 2012. Ḳaṭalog (Muzeʼon Yiśraʼel (Jerusalem)), mis. 9788874396023 367 pages.
Large-format hardcover volume, measuring approximately 10" x 11.5", is new, still in shrinkwrap.
"The fashion, history, and development of Jewish dress tells a story that spans the globe and crosses many cultures. In this colorful volume, Jewish communities--particularly those established for centuries in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa--are revealed through their garments. Stunning photographs spin tales of family traditions and religious devotion, with a special section dedicated to jewelry worn by brides and grooms. Superb photographs of specific garments, with many close-up details, are juxtaposed with rare contextual photographs from the Israel Museum's archives to create a tapestry of a people revealed through textiles, costume, and images. More than 350 revelatory illustrations tell us how these precious articles of dress were originally worn."