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The Dandy Tailor, Planing a New Hungry Dress, published May 15, 1819. Creator: Isaac Robert Cruikshank
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The Dandy Tailor, Planing a New Hungry Dress, published May 15, 1819. Creator: Isaac Robert Cruikshank
The Dandy Tailor, Planing a New Hungry Dress, published May 15, 1819
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This print, titled "The Dandy Tailor, Planing a New Hungry Dress," was created by the renowned British caricaturist Isaac Robert Cruikshank on May 15, 1819. The image showcases a dandy tailor, dressed in fashionable attire, sitting cross-legged and deep in thought as he plans a new design for a "hungry dress." The tailor's expression suggests a sense of determination and focus, as he carefully considers the latest fashion trends. The print is a hand-coloured etching on paper, produced by the publishing firm of Fores, which was known for its high-quality art prints. At the time, Cruikshank was a popular and influential figure in the world of British satire, and his works often targeted the follies and excesses of the aristocracy and the fashionable classes. The tailor in this print is depicted with a top hat and cane, and he wears a waistcoat adorned with intricate patterns and bright colors. Behind him, a large piece of fabric is spread out on a table, with various fabric swatches and design elements scattered about. The tailor's mannequin, or "dummy," is shown in the background, dressed in a tattered and worn outfit, highlighting the contrast between the latest fashion trends and the reality of poverty and hardship that many people faced in 19th-century Britain. This print is a fascinating glimpse into the world of fashion and satire during the Regency period, and it provides a unique perspective on the social and cultural issues of the time. It is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, where it is a cherished part of the institution's extensive collection of heritage art.
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