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Maid assisting her mistress to dress in padding for breasts and bottom, c
CHT221609 Maid assisting her mistress to dress in padding for breasts and bottom, c.1830 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: pose de fausse poitrine et fausses fesses; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22353518
© Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
Bustle La Toilette Lingerie Underwear
27x27 inch Poster Print
Experience the allure of 19th century elegance with our exquisite Maid and Mistress Poster Print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This captivating lithograph, created around 1830, showcases a maid assisting her mistress in dressing, complete with padding for an enhanced silhouette. Add a touch of timeless sophistication to your home or office decor with this stunning piece of art, expertly reproduced for long-lasting enjoyment. Bring the grace and charm of the past into your modern world.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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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In this 19th-century lithograph, we are transported to a private moment of intimacy between a maid and her mistress. The scene unfolds in the boudoir, where the maid is diligently assisting her mistress in dressing for the day. With great care and attention to detail, she helps her don padding for both breasts and bottom. The image offers us a glimpse into the world of fashion during this era, showcasing the elaborate undergarments worn by women to achieve an idealized silhouette. The use of padding was not uncommon at that time, as it allowed women to enhance their curves and create an exaggerated hourglass figure. As our eyes wander through the composition, we notice a large mirror reflecting their figures back at them. This mirror serves as a symbol of self-reflection and introspection – perhaps hinting at deeper themes beneath the surface. The print captures more than just fashion; it encapsulates power dynamics within society. While seemingly mundane on its surface, this simple act of assistance reveals complex relationships between classes and genders during this period. Preserved in Paris' Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, this artwork invites us to contemplate notions of femininity, beauty standards, and societal expectations that have evolved over time. It reminds us that even seemingly trivial moments can hold profound meaning when viewed through historical lenses.
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