Re: [h-cost] History of the Parasol

Thank you for putting this together. I was aware of the Max Von Bohen source, but not of some of the others. There are so many silly truths being strutted about.it is a good lesson for newbies...do your own research. ___ h-costume mailing

[h-cost] History of the Parasol

Hi all, I've recently written an article on the history of the parasol through the 16th and early 17th centuries. Over the last 4 or 5 years, reenactors and faire people have repeatedly told me parasols aren’t period. I've had the evidence to support their use for at least as long, but I

Re: [h-cost] History of the Parasol

Fascinating article, Margaret! Your parasols look great. One minor point; Sir Henry Unton would be referred to as Sir Henry, not Sir Unton. ( Sir is never used with the family name alone. I suppose knighthood existed before surnames were established.) Kate Bunting Librarian and 17th century

Re: [h-cost] History of the Parasol

: mlysett [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Jan 31, 2006 10:27 PM To: h-costume@mail.indra.com Subject: [h-cost] History of the Parasol Hi all, I've recently written an article on the history of the parasol through the 16th and early 17th centuries. Over the last 4 or 5 years, reenactors and faire people