Fine Art Print : First Grey Hair 1879
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First Grey Hair 1879
A woman at her dressing table discovers her first grey hair
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Media ID 603912
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1879 Discovers Dressing Toilet
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty and emotion in Mary Evans Prints Online's "First Grey Hair 1879" from our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This exquisite image captures a moment of reflection and the passing of time as a woman at her dressing table discovers her first grey hair. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials and techniques, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Bring this evocative work of art into your home and add a touch of elegance and introspection to your living space. Order now and let the storytelling power of this captivating print inspire you every day.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.5cm x 50.8cm (14.4" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Moment of Reflection: Discovering the First Grey Hair, 1879 This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the life of a woman as she comes to terms with the first signs of aging. Taken in 1879, the image depicts a woman seated at her dressing table, her reflection in the mirror revealing a solitary grey hair amidst the cascade of dark locks. The scene is one of quiet contemplation, as she gently touches the offending strand, her expression a mix of surprise, acceptance, and perhaps a touch of melancholy. The setting is that of a Victorian-era dressing room, with an ornate, high-backed chair, a delicate table adorned with a porcelain vase of flowers, and a cluttered array of cosmetics and toiletries. The woman's attire is elegant and fashionable, with a high-necked blouse and a full, voluminous skirt, suggesting a woman of means and refinement. The discovery of the first grey hair is a rite of passage for many women, a symbol of the inexorable passage of time and the aging process. In this era, before the widespread availability of hair dyes and other cosmetic treatments, such a discovery would have been a more significant event than it is today. The woman in the photograph is likely reflecting on the meaning of this new development in her life, contemplating the implications for her appearance, her identity, and her place in society. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the universal human experience of aging and the emotions that accompany it. It invites us to reflect on our own experiences of growing older, and to appreciate the beauty and richness of the journey of life.
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