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Old man in shabby suit
An old man in a shabby suit leans (perhaps unwittingly) against an advertisement for Burton tailoring: Let Burton Dress You
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Media ID 14119458
© Mary Evans Picture Library/John Maclellan
Baggy Burton Guinea Guineas Ironic Irony Leaning Measure Measured Moustache Pipe Price Shabby Shillings Tailoring Tailors Trilby Turnups
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, an old man in a worn and shabby suit, complete with turnups, trilby hat, pipe, and moustache, leans casually against an advertisement for Burton Tailoring: "Let Burton Dress You." The contrast between the man's ragged appearance and the pristine, measured suits displayed in the advertisement creates a poignant and ironic scene. The man's suit, with its baggy sleeves and unpressed creases, speaks to a time long past, when clothing was mended and worn rather than discarded and replaced. His posture, relaxed and unaware of the advertisement behind him, suggests a certain nonchalance, as if he is oblivious to the new, more fashionable options available. The historical context of this image is further emphasized by the presence of the old-fashioned Guinea and Shilling prices listed in the advertisement. The image transports us back to a time when clothing was measured and priced differently, and when the art of tailoring held a greater significance than it does in our modern, mass-produced world. Despite the man's shabby appearance, there is a sense of dignity and character in his demeanor. His moustache and pipe add to his distinctive persona, and the way he leans against the advertisement with a hint of a smile on his face suggests a sense of contentment and satisfaction with his own unique style. This photograph is a reminder of the importance of individuality and the value of cherishing the past, even as we move forward into the future. It invites us to reflect on the history of fashion and the ways in which it has evolved over time, and to appreciate the beauty and charm of the old and the new alike.
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