Fine Art Print : Group of men in fancy dress and makeup, USA
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Group of men in fancy dress and makeup, USA
Group of men and boys in fancy dress and makeup, North America. Date: circa 1910s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14409059
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Blackened Braces Bumpkin False Fancy Pitchfork Suspenders Tray Waiter
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of a group of men and boys in fancy dress and makeup from the 1910s, available through Mary Evans Prints Online. This enchanting photograph, rich in history and intrigue, adds a touch of vintage charm to any space. Rights managed, this print is perfect for art collectors, historians, and those who appreciate the beauty of the past. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office today.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image captures a group of men and boys in elaborate costumes and makeup, hailing from the early 1910s in the United States. The scene is set outdoors, with the subjects donning an assortment of fancy dress and accessories that evoke a sense of whimsy and playfulness. The men in the foreground are dressed as country bumpkins or rednecks, with exaggerated features such as false beards, braces, suspenders, and pitchforks. Their faces are blackened, a popular form of makeup during this era that was believed to enhance the rustic, rural aesthetic. One man wears a waiter's outfit, complete with a white apron and a tray balanced on his head, while another dons a top hat and a pair of oversized spectacles. In the background, a group of boys can be seen in various stages of costume preparation, some wearing simple outfits while others are still in the process of applying makeup. The children's expressions range from excitement and amusement to concentration and determination, adding to the overall charm of the photograph. This image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into a time when dressing up and playing make-believe were cherished activities that brought people together. The photo's warm, sunlit atmosphere and the joyful expressions on the subjects' faces remind us of the enduring power of imagination and the simple pleasures of childhood.
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