Vanity Fair / Pincushion
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Vanity Fair / Pincushion
Betty discovers the note on the pincushion
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1848 Betty Discovers Note Thackeray Vanity Pin Cushion
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image, titled "Vanity Fair / Pincushion: Betty Discovers the Note," is a captivating snapshot from the pages of Victorian literature. Hailing from the illustrious collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, this print transports us back to the year 1848, as penned by the masterful hand of William Makepeace Thackeray. The scene unfolds in the intimate setting of a woman's boudoir, where the eponymous character, Betty, is seen in a moment of discovery. Her gaze is fixed on a small, unassuming pincushion, its velvet surface adorned with an intricately embroidered rose. Nestled within the folds of the fabric, a note peeks out, its contents unknown to Betty but surely of great significance. Thackeray's Vanity Fair, first published in serial form between 1847 and 1848, is a satirical novel that skewers the societal norms and values of the Victorian era. The novel follows the lives of various characters, including the cunning and amoral Becky Sharp, who manipulates her way through high society. Betty, a character from a later installment, embodies the naiveté and innocence that is often juxtaposed against the novel's biting commentary on vanity and ambition. This print offers a tantalizing glimpse into the world of Thackeray's Vanity Fair, inviting us to ponder the mysteries of the note and the implications it may hold for Betty's future. With its rich historical context, intriguing narrative, and exquisite detail, this image is a must-have for any collector of Victorian literature or art.
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