30588216

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30588216

The Advertising Archives specialise in vintage illustrations including adverts, posters and magazine covers

Media ID 20632405

VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This is a vintage illustration depicting four stylish women on what appears to be the deck of a ship or a seaside balcony. The image exudes an air of casual elegance and leisure associated with early 20th-century French high society. On the left, two women stand in conversation, both dressed in chic summer attire; one wears a long white dress with flowing fabric at her waist and sports a wide-brimmed hat, while the other dons a fashionable two-piece ensemble consisting of shorts and a sleeveless top paired with matching headwear. To their right, another woman lounges gracefully on an outdoor chaise lounge chair adorned with polka dots. She's clad in an eye-catching red-orange swimsuit complemented by blue accents that echo the hues of the sea behind them. A wide-brimmed white hat shields her face from the sun as she relaxes beside a small round table holding what seems to be her cup of coffee or tea and an open book waiting to be continued. The scene conveys sophistication and relaxation, capturing the essence of "La Vie Parisienne, " which translates to "Parisian life. " This term often refers to an idealized lifestyle filled with culture, fashion, and pleasure-seeking activities typical among Paris's affluent social circles during this period. The text beneath suggests dialogue or commentary related to not recognizing someone at night at the casino due to how well-dressed they are—hinting at themes such as identity, perception, and perhaps even playful deception within high-society gatherings.

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