AVANT An Anthology of American Workwear part 2

Inside You'll Discover

A second deep dive into the most collectible American workwear ever produced—uncovering the stories, details, and historical context that only the most dedicated collectors notice.

• The story of Chinese immigration during the California Gold Rush, a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter in the history of the American West.
• The remarkable discovery of a rare pair of Levi’s jeans dating to the 1880s, found in a California mine and now considered one of the most important surviving examples of early denim.
• Essential collector knowledge, including how to identify coveted details such as chinstraps, vent holes, and other subtle workwear characteristics that distinguish exceptional pieces.
• Exclusive interviews with some of the most respected figures in the field, including Levi’s historian Lynn Downey, Rin Tanaka, Larry McKaughan, Akira Tsuchida, and Michael Harris.
• A deeper understanding of the people, industries, and innovations that shaped American workwear from the Gold Rush through the early 20th century.
• Insights into the details, provenance, and historical significance that separate ordinary garments from museum-worthy finds.
• A unique cover painting, Three Horse Power, created exclusively for AVANT by acclaimed artist Greg Newbold.

DETAILS

• Softcover

• 170 × 240 mm

• Full color

• Language: English

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