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Caricature of Annette Kellerman - Swimmer and Actress
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Caricature of Annette Kellerman - Swimmer and Actress
Annette Marie Sarah Kellerman ) - Australian swimmer, film star, and writer. One of the first women to wear a one-piece bathing costume, causing a minor scandal at the time and opening debate (satirised here) about athletics making a girl more masculine and less feminine - a question posed by Dr Dudley A Sargent (of Harvard) in The Ladies Home Journal of March 1912. Date: circa 1909
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Annette Athletics Australian Bathing Daring Debate Dudley Exercise Feminine Kellerman Marie Piece Revolutionary Sarah Sargent Scandal Scandalous Swim Wear Swimmer Vaudeville Weights Masculine Weight Lifter
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This caricature depicts Annette Kellerman, the Australian swimming sensation and film star, who made waves both in and out of the pool. Born in 1886, Kellerman was a pioneer in athletic swimming, advocating for the adoption of the one-piece bathing suit, which caused quite a stir at the time. In this image, the artist satirically portrays Kellerman as a weightlifter, further fueling the debate about the potential masculinizing effects of athletics on women. The one-piece bathing suit, which replaced the cumbersome and restrictive multi-piece suits of the era, was considered a revolutionary and daring fashion statement. The controversy surrounding Kellerman's swimwear reached new heights when Dr. Dudley A. Sargent, a prominent Harvard professor, weighed in on the issue in The Ladies Home Journal of March 1912. Dr. Sargent expressed concern that athletic pursuits like swimming and weightlifting could make a girl less feminine, adding fuel to the fire of the ongoing debate. Despite the controversy, Kellerman continued to push boundaries, both in her swimming career and her acting endeavors. She became a successful vaudeville performer and later transitioned to film, appearing in over 40 movies between 1914 and 1930. This caricature serves as a testament to her groundbreaking influence on both the world of swimming and the entertainment industry. Annette Kellerman's legacy continues to inspire women to embrace their athletic prowess and challenge societal norms. This image, with its satirical take on her swimsuit controversy, remains a fascinating glimpse into the past and a reminder of the impact one person can have on shaping cultural perceptions.
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