A chaperonne, a trusted mature woman accompanying a young unmarried couple, sitting on the rocks, sheltered under her umbrella, discreetly reading a book at the beach, around 1900

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A chaperonne, a trusted mature woman accompanying a young unmarried couple, sitting on the rocks, sheltered under her umbrella, discreetly reading a book at the beach, around 1900

NWI4913938 A chaperonne, a trusted mature woman accompanying a young unmarried couple, sitting on the rocks, sheltered under her umbrella, discreetly reading a book at the beach, around 1900. Lithograph based on an illustration by Charles Dana Gibson (1867-1944).; (add.info.: A chaperonne, a trusted mature woman accompanying a young unmarried couple, sitting on the rocks, sheltered under her umbrella, discreetly reading a book at the beach, around 1900. Lithograph based on an illustration by Charles Dana Gibson (1867-1944).); Photo © North Wind Pictures

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In this charming lithograph from around 1900, we see a scene that is both quaint and intriguing. A chaperonne, a trusted mature woman, sits on the rocks at the beach, sheltered under her umbrella as she discreetly reads a book. The young unmarried couple she accompanies are nearby, enjoying the seaside but always under her watchful eye. This image captures a bygone era when social norms dictated that young women needed to be accompanied by a responsible adult in public settings. The chaperonne in this illustration embodies grace and poise, exuding an air of authority and protection over the couple in her charge. The artist behind this piece, Charles Dana Gibson, was known for his illustrations depicting high society life in America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work often featured elegant women with distinctive hourglass figures and elaborate hairstyles. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back to a time when propriety reigned supreme and relationships were carefully monitored by those deemed suitable to oversee them. The subtle tension between freedom and restriction is palpable in this scene, making it all the more captivating to behold.

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