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Fine Art Print : Cartoon, Parisian woman out shopping, WW1
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Cartoon, Parisian woman out shopping, WW1
Cartoon showing an elegant Parisian woman in a very tall hat, out shopping for fabrics. She asks for a large amount of material for a new hat, in spite of wartime austerity. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14289707
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Assistant Buying Client Counter Customer Deference Deferential Fabric Fabrics Frivolous Material Parisian Parisienne Rolls Satire Satirical Selling Shopping Tall Fashionable
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a charming cartoon by Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated 1917, this captivating image showcases an elegant Parisian woman in a tall hat, boldly requesting a generous amount of fabric for a new hat amidst the wartime austerity. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home or office with this stunning, rights-managed print. Perfect for those who appreciate history, art, and a bit of whimsy. #VintageParis #WW1 #FineArtPrints
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
A Frivolous Pursuit in Wartime - The Parisian Woman's Devotion to Fashion,
EDITORS COMMENTS
1917 Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of World War I, life in Paris continued to pulse with a sense of normalcy, albeit with an undercurrent of austerity. In this cartoon, a fashionable Parisian woman, adorned in an extravagant tall hat, is seen engaging in a common activity - shopping for fabrics for a new hat. The year was 1917, and despite the ongoing conflict, the allure of fashion and the pursuit of elegance remained undeterred. The woman, with an air of deference and expectation, approaches the counter of a fabric shop, her eyes fixed on the rolls of material before her. She requests an impressive quantity, much to the surprise of the shop assistant, who looks on with a mixture of disbelief and amusement. The woman's determination to maintain her style and status, even in the midst of wartime scarcity, is a testament to the enduring power of fashion and the human spirit. This satirical cartoon, created in 1917, offers a glimpse into the seemingly frivolous world of Parisian women and their unwavering devotion to fashion during a time of great upheaval. The image serves as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of human beings, even in the face of adversity. The elegance and charm of the Parisian woman, as depicted in this cartoon, continue to captivate and inspire us today, making it a valuable addition to any historical collection.
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