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Dating by Design Volume 2 Twentieth Century by Stephen Gill
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Dating by Design Volume 2: Twentieth Century by Stephen Gill is a richly illustrated and easy-to-follow guide for family historians and genealogists seeking to date old photographs from the 20th century. This second volume in the series introduces a fresh and systematic approach to dating images based on costume, style, and visual detail.
Gill’s method is designed to be accessible, even for those without prior expertise in fashion history or photography. The book is filled with superb original photographs—many colourised—to help readers visually identify the era of a photo. It’s especially useful for interpreting images of ancestors whose clothing and hairstyles reflect the changing trends of the 1900s through the 1970s.
The book is structured to allow readers to either browse by five-year periods or dip into specific decades of interest. It includes guidance on identifying photographic types and formats, such as postcards, studio portraits, and snapshots, and offers practical tips for narrowing down dates based on fashion cues like hairstyles, neckwear, and footwear.
Whether you're trying to date a family photo tucked away in a drawer or conducting more formal genealogical research, this volume is a valuable tool for unlocking the stories behind the images.
ISBN : 9781906280628