Cartoon, A little criticism, WW1
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Cartoon, A little criticism, WW1
Cartoon, A little criticism. People in a Berlin park think the two colourfully-dressed women look a little too Parisian. Date: 1915
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Berlin Colours Criticism Dressed Extravagant Parisian Patterns Taste
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the somber realities of World War I, a moment of levity is captured in this 1915 cartoon from Mary Evans Prints Online. The image depicts a scene in a Berlin park where a group of people are gathered, their expressions revealing a mix of curiosity and criticism as they observe two women dressed in extravagant Parisian attire. The women, adorned in colorful dresses and hats, stand out in stark contrast to the muted tones and practical clothing that had become the norm during wartime. Their patterns and flowers are a breath of fresh air in the otherwise drab environment, yet their Parisian style raises eyebrows among the onlookers. The cartoonist masterfully captures the cultural tension of the time, as Germany struggled to maintain its own identity amidst the influence of the more fashionable French culture. The women's clothing, while beautiful, is a reminder of the luxuries and excesses that seemed out of place in the midst of war. The cartoon is a testament to the power of art to reflect and comment on the social and cultural issues of its time. It invites us to consider the complexities of wartime life, and the ways in which even the most seemingly trivial matters could be subject to scrutiny and criticism.
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