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Framed 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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Media ID 32260104
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1888 Corset Corsets Doctor Unhealthy Waist Fashionable
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "The Waist of Fashion - Corsets" by Terry Parker. Dating back to 1888, this vintage print from Mary Evans Prints Online showcases the intricate design and allure of a corset from the late 19th century. A timeless piece of fashion history, this framed print adds an air of elegance and sophistication to any room. Perfect for those who appreciate vintage aesthetics, this framed print is a must-have for collectors, historians, and design enthusiasts alike. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office today with Media Storehouse's Framed Print of "The Waist of Fashion - Corsets" by Terry Parker.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or 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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