Depiction of Autumn 1903
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Depiction of Autumn 1903
A depiction of Autumn showing a woman wearing a reform style dress with uncorseted waist & a broad black sash. She stands against some grapevines holding a bonnet by its strings. Date: 1903
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Autumn Bonnet Broad Chignon Depiction Grapevine Grapevines Nouveau Reform Sash Stands Strings Stylized Waist
EDITORS COMMENTS
Autumn's Embrace: A Turn-of-the-Century Tableau of Transition and Fashion This evocative image, titled "Autumn 1903," captures the essence of the season's beauty and the spirit of change in the early 20th century. The woman depicted in the photograph, dressed in a reform style garment, stands against a backdrop of grapevines, their leaves turning brilliant shades of gold and red. Her uncorseted waistline and broad black sash accentuate the newfound freedom and modernity of the era. The woman's attire is a testament to the changing fashion trends of the time. The reform style dress, popularized during the late 1800s and early 1900s, was characterized by its loose-fitting silhouette and lack of a corseted waist. This shift towards a more relaxed and natural look was a departure from the rigid and restrictive fashions of the Victorian era. The woman's chignon and the stylized grapevine motifs in the background are reminiscent of the Art Nouveau and Edwardian influences that dominated the aesthetic sensibilities of the time. The woman holds her bonnet by its strings, perhaps indicating the impending arrival of winter and the need to protect oneself from the elements. The image is a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the cyclical nature of the seasons. The woman's serene expression and the vibrant colors of the grapevines evoke a sense of tranquility and introspection, inviting us to reflect on the beauty and transience of life. This tableau, a product of the past, continues to resonate with us in the present, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and the enduring allure of the autumn season.
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