
Garment cutting in the twentieth century
Consisting of a series of articles on garment cutting and makingBy Günther F. HertzerLength9h 3m
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In "Garment Cutting in the Twentieth Century," Günther F. Hertzer meticulously examines the evolution of garment cutting techniques against the backdrop of a rapidly industrializing world. This book explores both traditional handcraft and the emergence of mechanized methods, illustrating how socio-economic forces and technological advancements shaped fashion and garment production. Hertzer's analytical approach combines rich historical context with a clear and engaging narrative style, making complex concepts accessible to readers, while beautifully augmented by illustrations and case studies that highlight key innovations in the field. Günther F. Hertzer is a prominent authority in textile studies, bringing over three decades of experience in academia and industry to this comprehensive exploration. His deep-seated passion for fashion history, combined with firsthand knowledge of garment manufacturing processes, has informed this rigorous examination of craft and industry. Hertzer's previous works established him as a pivotal figure in textile research, providing a foundation that culminates in this significant contribution to garment studies. For scholars, practitioners, and enthusiasts alike, "Garment Cutting in the Twentieth Century" serves as an indispensable resource. Hertzer's insightful analysis invites readers to contemplate the intricate interplay between societal trends and garment cutting, thus enhancing one's appreciation for the artistry and technical precision involved in fashion design. This book is essential for anyone seeking to understand the fabric of modern fashion.
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Length9 hrs 3 mins
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Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
40DIA. XVIII.
2Scales and Measures.
41DIA. XIX.
3Pants.
42DIA. XX.
4The Angle of Seven and a Half Degrees for pants.
43DIA. XXI.
5General Remarks about Pants.
44DIA. XXII and XXIII.
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6Stripes.
45Under Sack Coats.
7Coat and Vest Bases and the Angle of 135 Degrees.
46Narrow and Broad Backs.
8Squares of Seventeen and a Half and Twenty.
47The Neckhole and Shoulder Seam.
9Diameter of Both Shoulders from Side to Side.
48Collars.
10Angle of Fifteen Degrees for Coats and Vests.
49Armhole and Sleeve.
11The Square and the Circle.
50Centers of the Back and Front.
12Vests.
51The Waist Seam and Bottom.
13Frock and Sack Coats and Vests.
52Large Waists and the Normal Form.
14Garment from Neck to Ankle.
53Stooping Forms.
15Combination of Frock and Sack.
54Erect Forms.
16Overcoats. Frock, Three and Five-seamed Sacks.
55I.—CUTAWAY FROCK COAT.
17Figures and Diagrams.
56II.—FROCK COAT.
18FIG. AND DIA. I.
57III.—FROCK COAT.
19FIG. II.
58IV. MODEL: DIA. II.
20DIA. I.
59V.—LARGE-WAISTED SACK COAT.
21DIA. II.
60VI.—MODEL: DIA. VIIIa.
22DIA. III.
61VII. A VEST FOR A LARGE WAIST.
23DIA. IV.
62VIII.—Frock Coat for a Very Stooping Form, and with Very Round Shoulder Blades.
24DIA. V.
63IX.—FAT MEN’S OVERCOAT.
25DIA. VI.
64Low Shoulders.
26DIA. VII.
65Extra Square Shoulders.
27DIA. VIII.
66SCIENTIFIC CONUNDRUM IN THE SQUARE.
28DIA. VIIIa.
67SCIENTIFIC CONUNDRUM IN THE CIRCLE.
29DIA. IX.
68Chips and Whetstones.
30DIA. X.
69DIA. IIB.
31DIA. Xa.
70DIA. VIII B.
32DIA. XI.
71DIA. XXIV.
33DIA. XII.
72DIA. XXV.
34DIA. XIIa.
73TIGHT PANTS.
35DIA. XIII.
74DIA. XXVI.
36DIA. XIV.
75DIA. IV A.
37DIA. XV.
76DIA. VII A.
38DIA. XVI.
77Kurze Wiederholung einiger Hauptpunkte.
39DIA. XVII.
78INDEX.