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Woman locked in a cage (colour litho)
3104185 Woman locked in a cage (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman locked in a cage. Postcard, early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
Media ID 22968134
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Bars Cage Caged Cages Caption Captions Imprisoned Jokes Locked Up Mother In Law Prison Prisons Scream Screamed Screaming Shout Shouted Shouting Shrew Temper Wives Joke
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This vibrant and thought-provoking lithograph captures the essence of a woman locked in a cage, showcasing the satirical nature of early 20th-century postcards. The French School artist skillfully portrays the frustration and confinement experienced by women during that era. The image depicts a female figure, her face contorted with anger as she screams from within the confines of her prison-like cage. The use of bold colors adds intensity to her expression, emphasizing her desperation to break free from societal expectations and constraints. With its clever captioning, this artwork humorously comments on marital relationships and gender dynamics. It playfully suggests that wives may sometimes feel trapped or imprisoned by their husbands' jokes or their own temperamental outbursts. This comic portrayal sheds light on the complexities of domestic life while offering viewers an opportunity for self-reflection. Beyond its comedic value, this lithograph serves as a scathing satire against societal norms imposed upon women at the time. Through exaggerated caricature and symbolic imagery such as bars and cages, it challenges traditional roles assigned to females while highlighting their struggle for freedom and autonomy. As part of Valerie Jackson Harris Collection housed in a private collection, this print continues to captivate audiences with its powerful message even today. Its timeless relevance reminds us to question social constructs that confine individuals based on gender stereotypes – an important conversation still ongoing in our modern society.
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