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Vain woman at a mirror on a comic greetings card
Vain woman at a mirror on a comic greetings card with verse. Date: circa 1870s
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Media ID 23074668
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Appearance Bustle Frilly Hairstyle Mirror Reflection Vain Vanity Verse
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the charm of yesteryears with our Vain Woman at a Mirror jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This delightful puzzle features an exquisite illustration from the 1870s, depicting a comic scene of a woman admiring herself in the mirror. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this antique greetings card, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, will transport you to an era of elegance and whimsy. Piece together this captivating puzzle and add a touch of history to your home or workspace. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and collectors, this jigsaw puzzle promises hours of enjoyable and mindful entertainment.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Peek into the Past: Vanity Fair's Most Enchanting Subject Amidst the elegance and opulence of the Victorian era, a woman's obsession with her appearance held a captivating allure. This charming comic greetings card from the 1870s, featuring a vain woman at her mirror, encapsulates the essence of this fascination with beauty and self-presentation. The woman in the print, dressed in the height of fashion, gazes intently at her reflection. Her long, flowing hair is meticulously styled, adorned with ribbons and flowers, cascading down her back in an intricate braid. Her voluminous, frilly dress with a prominent bustle accentuates her figure, while her gloved hands delicately adjust the collar of her blouse. The mirror, a symbol of self-reflection and vanity, magnifies her every detail, inviting her to scrutinize her appearance. The woman's expression, a mixture of satisfaction and contemplation, reveals her dedication to maintaining her allure. The accompanying verse adds a touch of whimsy and humor to the scene: "Looking in the glass, I saw myself at last, A vision fair, a vision bright, With ringlets curled and rosy cheeks, And eyes that sparkled with delight. But as I gazed, a thought did cross my mind, That time, it seems, will not abide, And soon, alas, this visage fair, Will fade away, and leave me bare." This enchanting print serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of beauty and the importance of self-presentation, even as the sands of time continue to pass.
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