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Leaving off Powder, or A Frugal Family saving the Guinea
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Leaving off Powder, or A Frugal Family saving the Guinea
NCO191734 Leaving off Powder, or A Frugal Family saving the Guinea, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: satirical response to the tax on hair-powder; portrait of Charles II (1630-85) with huge powdered wig; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23200294
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In this satirical print titled "Leaving off Powder, or A Frugal Family saving the Guinea" created by James Gillray in 1795, we are transported to a Georgian-era interior where a frugal family is depicted giving up their extravagant hair-powder in response to taxes. The central figure, resembling Charles II with his enormous powdered wig and ostentatious attire, symbolizes the society's vain obsession with fashion. Surrounded by his wife and children, who have abandoned their stylish wigs and fashionable clothing, the scene reflects both reflection and distress. The husband sits at the hearth reading a newspaper while warming himself by the fire. His thin and emaciated appearance contrasts sharply with his former obese self. The mother combing her unpowdered hair appears distressed as she tries on an unflattering wig. Meanwhile, their son and daughter observe them anxiously from behind. A servant stands nearby holding scissors that once catered to their frivolous desires. This political satire highlights not only the impact of taxation but also questions societal values rooted in vanity and excessiveness. By choosing duty over luxury, this family embodies patriotism during times of war effort. Gillray's intricate hand-colored etching captures every detail of this scene: from the high collars to ostrich plumes adorning hats; no aspect of Georgian fashion is spared scrutiny. Through humor and caricatured figures, he invites viewers to reflect upon societal mores while emphasizing the importance of frugality amidst changing times.
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