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Female Curiosity, 1778 (engraving)
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Female Curiosity, 1778 (engraving)
2562159 Female Curiosity, 1778 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23422102
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bedroom Bedrooms Behind Bottom Bottoms Boudoir Corset Corsets Curiosity Curious Examination Examining Feather Feathers Four Poster Inspecting Inspection Maids Mirror Mirrors Plume Plumes Reflection Wigs Beds Caricatures Maid
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This engraving titled "Female Curiosity, 1778" takes us back to the 18th century, offering a glimpse into the private world of women. The artwork depicts a scene set in an opulent bedroom adorned with lavish furnishings and a grand four-poster bed. A woman stands before a mirror, her reflection revealing her nakedness as she inspects herself from behind. The artist skillfully captures the essence of female curiosity through this caricature-like portrayal. With exaggerated features and comical expressions, it playfully explores notions of femininity and self-examination during that era. The woman's corseted figure is accentuated by plumes adorning her hair, while a small dog curiously observes from below. The intricate details within the composition draw attention to various elements such as wigs on display, maids attending to their duties discreetly in the background, and even a walking stick or cane resting against the furniture. These subtle touches add depth to the narrative unfolding before our eyes. As we contemplate this print from Bridgeman Images' Stapleton Collection, we are transported into an intimate boudoir where women could freely explore their own bodies and indulge in moments of self-reflection amidst societal expectations. It serves as both an amusing cartoonish depiction and an insightful commentary on female identity during that time period.
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