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Cartoon, Elegance, WW1
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Cartoon, Elegance, WW1
Cartoon, Elegance, showing a plump, middle aged German woman sitting in a chair wearing a fur-trimmed green coat. She looks at a picture of a slim Parisian model wearing the same coat, and thinks with satisfaction that Paris isn t the only place where good style exists. Date: 1916
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Aged Baionnette Elegance Good Parisian Plump Satisfaction Satisfied Slim Smug Stylish Trimmed Ugly
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Amidst the chaos and hardships of World War I, the spirit of fashion and elegance continued to thrive, even in the most unexpected places. In this 1916 cartoon from Mary Evans Prints Online, a plump, middle-aged German woman sits comfortably in her chair, wrapped in a luxurious, fur-trimmed green coat. Her satisfied expression radiates smugness as she gazes at a picture of a slim Parisian model wearing the same coat. The caption reads, "La Baionnette: Cartoon, Elegance," a testament to the fact that good style is not limited to the fashion capital of Paris. Despite the harsh realities of wartime, this woman finds joy and contentment in her own sense of elegance, defying the stereotypes and expectations of her time. The contrast between her plump figure and the slender Parisian model adds an intriguing layer to the image, challenging the notion that only the thin and youthful can embody grace and beauty. This charming cartoon, created in 1916 during the height of World War I, offers a glimpse into the resilience and resourcefulness of the human spirit. It serves as a reminder that even in the most challenging of times, people find ways to hold on to the things that bring them joy and comfort, and that true elegance lies not in external appearances but in the confidence and satisfaction that comes from within.
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