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Framed Print : Satire on Fashions 1869
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Satire on Fashions 1869
A satire on the fashions of the day include flashy, tight trousers & fancy broad shouldered jackets. The polonaise, short skirts, panniers & false hair of the ladies are also mocked
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Media ID 610708
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1869 B Road Bustle Cromwell False Fancy Fashions Include Jackets Mocked Panniers Polonaise Satire Shoe Shouldered Skirts Tight Trousers Flashy Short
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Satire on Fashions 1869" Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing piece of historical satire takes a humorous look at the extravagant and often impractical fashion trends of the late 19th century. Feast your eyes on the flashy, tight trousers and fancy broad-shouldered jackets that defined the masculine style of the era. Ladies, prepare to be amused by the polonaises, short skirts, panniers, and false hair that were all the rage - and the targets of this witty critique. This beautifully framed print is an excellent addition to any home or office, and a fascinating conversation starter. Embrace the charm of the past with this enchanting piece from Media Storehouse.
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 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the year 1869 with this fascinating print titled "Satire on Fashions." This piece captures a moment in history when flashy, tight trousers and fancy broad-shouldered jackets were all the rage for men, while women adorned themselves with polonaise dresses, short skirts, panniers, and false hair. The artist behind this satire cleverly mocks the absurdity of these exaggerated fashion trends of the Victorian era.
In a society where appearance was everything, individuals went to great lengths to adhere to the latest styles and fads. However, this print serves as a reminder that sometimes fashion can be taken too far, resulting in comical outcomes. Men are depicted as victims of their own vanity with their outlandish attire, while women are shown struggling under the weight of their elaborate hairstyles and cumbersome garments.
Through humor and wit, this artwork sheds light on the ridiculousness of societal expectations surrounding fashion during this time period. It is a playful commentary on how people will go to extremes in order to fit in and be considered fashionable. Take a closer look at "Satire on Fashions" and immerse yourself in the intricate details that make up this historical snapshot captured by Mary Evans Picture Library.
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