COVERINGS FOR THE HEAD AND FEET, IN ALL AGES AND COUNTRIES

New York: Kiggins & Kellogg, 1856. Very good.. First edition of this informational chapbook of various examples of hats and shoes from history and around the world. This fashion-conscious chapbook compares the Chinese practice of foot-binding to "the tight-lacing of the ladies of the present age," noting the historical "inconveniences and torments which have been endured for fashion's sake." 6'' x 4''. Original pictorial wrappers, saddle-stitched. Numerous woodcuts throughout. 24 pages with ads to rear wrapper.