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Canvas Print : Ridiculous taste or the ladies absurdity, 1771
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Ridiculous taste or the ladies absurdity, 1771
Ridiculous taste or the ladies absurdity, 1771. Private Collection
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Media ID 15041416
© Fine Art Images
Coiffure Darly Great Britain Haircut Wigs
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into the whimsical world of 18th century fashion with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "Ridiculous Taste or the Ladies Absurdity, 1771" from Heritage Images. This captivating vintage image showcases an amusing scene of ladies donning extravagant and outlandish hats, embodying the eccentricities and flamboyance of the time. Add a touch of historical charm and humor to your home decor with this stunning, high-quality canvas print. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your space. Embrace the absurdity and bring a piece of the past into your modern world.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
In this print titled "Ridiculous taste or the ladies absurdity, 1771" we are transported back to a time of extravagant fashion and societal norms. The image, part of a private collection, offers us a glimpse into the world of 18th-century France and Great Britain. The focus of the artwork is on the intricate hairstyles worn by women during this period. The exaggerated wigs and hairdos depicted in the etching showcase both creativity and satire. It becomes evident that hairstyling was not merely an act of personal grooming but also a means for women to express their social status and conform to prevailing trends. The artist's keen eye for detail is evident in every stroke, as each strand of hair seems meticulously crafted. This fine art piece combines elements of caricature and graphic arts to create a humorous yet thought-provoking commentary on society's obsession with appearance. Through watercolor techniques, the colors come alive, adding depth to each character portrayed. We can almost imagine these fashionable ladies bustling about town with their towering coiffures attracting attention from all directions. "Ridiculous taste or the ladies absurdity" serves as a reminder that fashion has always been subject to ridicule and critique throughout history. It invites us to reflect upon our own contemporary notions of style while appreciating how past generations expressed themselves through their choice of attire. This print preserves an important moment in time when hairstyles were more than just hair; they were works of art that reflected societal values and
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