The Big Book of Legs
Dian Hanson explores the liberation of women's legs from the post-French Revolution cancan to the 1960s miniskirt revolution, documenting burlesque shows, flappers, nylon-mania, stiletto heels, and the golden age of leg magazines.
With over 400 photos, the book uncovers the fascinating journey from forbidden fascination to a symbol of women's liberation, featuring captivating images by Irving Klaw, Elmer Batters, and other masters.
Dian Hanson explores the liberation of women's legs from the post-French Revolution cancan to the 1960s miniskirt revolution, documenting burlesque shows, flappers, nylon-mania, stiletto heels, and the golden age of leg magazines.
With over 400 photos, the book uncovers the fascinating journey from forbidden fascination to a symbol of women's liberation, featuring captivating images by Irving Klaw, Elmer Batters, and other masters.
W 12 x H 12 x D 1.6 in
- 7.25 lb
- 372 pages
- Printed in Korea
- Released on 8/14/23
- Hardcover
- ISBN: 9783836596572
- Published By Taschen
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