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Canvas Print : The Waist of Fashion - Corsets
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The Waist of Fashion - Corsets
The Waist of Fashion - Corsets Date: 1888
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1888 Corset Corsets Doctor Unhealthy Waist Fashionable
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring timeless elegance into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece features "The Waist of Fashion - Corsets" by Terry Parker, an intriguing image from Mary Evans Prints Online, dated 1888. The captivating detail of this vintage photograph showcases the fashion trend of the time, with women wearing tight-laced corsets to achieve an hourglass figure. Our high-quality canvas prints are vibrant, long-lasting, and add a touch of sophistication to any room. Order now and step back in time, while enjoying the beauty of this classic fashion statement in your personal space.
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.
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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.
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The Waist of Fashion - Corsets (February 1888): A Glimpse into the Late Victorian Era's Obsession with Waist Training This photograph, titled "The Waist of Fashion - Corsets," taken in February 1888, offers a fascinating glimpse into the late Victorian era's intriguing obsession with waist training. Captured by the skilled lens of Terry Parker, this image presents a woman, likely from a well-to-do family, as she undergoes the rigorous process of lacing herself into a corset. The corset, an essential component of women's fashion during this period, was believed to enhance the feminine silhouette by cinching the waist and accentuating the curves. However, the extreme compression of the waist could lead to numerous health issues, including respiratory problems, digestive disorders, and even miscarriages. In this photograph, the woman's face reveals a mixture of determination and discomfort as she braces herself for the tightening of the laces. The presence of a doctor in the room suggests that this may have been a routine check-up, ensuring the safety and health of the woman during the waist-training process. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the societal pressures and expectations that women faced during the late Victorian era. The quest for the perfect waistline, as depicted in fashion magazines of the time, led many women to risk their health in the pursuit of beauty and femininity. This evocative image, preserved in the annals of history by Terry Parker, invites us to reflect on the complex relationship between fashion, beauty, and health, and the lengths to which people have gone to conform to societal norms.
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