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CARTOON: SKIRTS, 1848. The Inconvenience of Wearing Coffee Bag Skirts
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CARTOON: SKIRTS, 1848. The Inconvenience of Wearing Coffee Bag Skirts
CARTOON: SKIRTS, 1848.
The Inconvenience of Wearing Coffee Bag Skirts. American cartoon lithograph by J. Baillie, 1848
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1848 Bowery Burlap Dress Parasol Passenger Skirt Tramcar Young
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This lithograph from 1848, titled "CARTOON: SKIRTS, 1848. The Inconvenience of Wearing Coffee Bag Skirts" offers a humorous glimpse into the fashion trends and daily life of American women during that era. Created by J. Baillie, this cartoon lithograph showcases the inconveniences faced by women who wore skirts made from coffee bags. The image depicts a bustling city street in North America, with men and women going about their daily activities. However, what stands out are the exaggeratedly large skirts worn by some of the ladies. These voluminous garments resemble burlap sacks typically used for storing coffee beans. Amidst all the chaos on the street - including a tramcar filled with passengers and people walking around - we see young and middle-aged women struggling to navigate through narrow spaces due to their oversized skirts. Some even require assistance from men nearby to prevent them from tripping or getting entangled in their own clothing. This comical portrayal highlights not only the absurdity of fashion trends but also sheds light on how restrictive clothing choices could be for women at that time. It serves as a reminder of how far society has come in terms of gender equality and comfort when it comes to attire. Overall, this lithograph captures an amusing moment in history while offering insights into societal norms surrounding dress and fashion during mid-19th century America.
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