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English cartoon (ideal husband): the ideal husband (who does all the laundry) - postcard
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English cartoon (ideal husband): the ideal husband (who does all the laundry) - postcard
LSE4088475 English cartoon (ideal husband): the ideal husband (who does all the laundry) - postcard, n.d. circa 1920. by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English cartoon (ideal husband): the ideal husband (who does all the laundry) - postcard, n.d. circa 1920.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23313374
© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
Domestic Stain Feminism Laundry Woman Emancipation 1920s 20s 20s
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This vintage postcard print captures a humorous English cartoon from the early 20th century titled "The Ideal Husband: Who Does All the Laundry". Created by an anonymous English School artist, this caricature playfully challenges traditional gender roles and highlights the concept of woman emancipation. In this charming illustration, we see a man diligently tending to a pile of laundry while his wife stands beside him with a satisfied expression. The image satirizes societal expectations placed on women during that era, suggesting that an ideal husband is one who takes care of household chores traditionally assigned to women. The artist's skillful drawing style brings out the comical nature of the scene, emphasizing exaggerated facial expressions and body language. This lighthearted portrayal invites viewers to reflect on gender dynamics and question conventional norms. Dating back to circa 1920, this postcard provides us with a glimpse into social attitudes towards feminism and domestic responsibilities in early 20th-century England. It serves as both historical documentation and artistic commentary on changing perceptions of gender roles. Leonard de Selva's photograph beautifully captures this intriguing piece of art history. Preserved in private collection, it reminds us how art can be used as a tool for cultural critique and reflection even decades after its creation.
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