Framed Print : Shopping for a Pet
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Shopping for a Pet
PAUVRE PETITES BETES - An elegant Parisian couple eye animals in the window of a fashionable pet shop, and commiserate with their lot
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Media ID 595891
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10140340
Parisian Petites Shopping 1922 Fashionable
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the enchanting "Shopping for a Pet" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite framed print captures the essence of Parisian elegance, as an elegant couple gazes longingly at adorable pets in a fashionable shop window. Their expressions of delight and wistfulness are sure to resonate with animal lovers and art enthusiasts alike. Add a touch of charm and sophistication to your home décor with this stunning, timeless piece.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the heart of Paris, 1922: An Elegant Couple's Search for Companionship in a Fashionable Pet Shop This photograph, titled "Pauvres Petites Bêtes" (Poor Little Creatures), captures a moment of quiet contemplation and longing in the bustling streets of Paris. The image, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, shows an elegant Parisian couple gazing into the window of a fashionable pet shop, their expressions reflecting a deep sense of connection and commiseration with the animals on display. The couple, dressed in the height of early-twentieth-century fashion, stand before the shop window, their refined attire a stark contrast to the simple cages and enclosures that house the pets. The woman, with her delicate features and graceful posture, reaches out a gloved hand to touch the glass, her eyes filled with a mixture of sadness and longing as she takes in the sight of the animals. Her companion, a man with a thoughtful expression, stands beside her, his hand resting gently on her shoulder. The historical context of this photograph adds an additional layer of depth to the scene. The 1920s were a time of great social and cultural change in Paris, with the city serving as a hub for artistic, intellectual, and social innovation. The pet shop, with its elegant facade and fashionable clientele, represents the intersection of these various trends, offering a glimpse into the lives of the city's wealthy and sophisticated residents. As the couple continues to eye the animals in the window, one can't help but wonder what it is that they are truly searching for – companionship, love, or perhaps a reminder of the simple joys in life. Whatever their reasons, this poignant moment in Parisian history serves as a reminder of the enduring connection between people and their pets, and the universal desire to find meaning and connection in the world around us.
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