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Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14401955
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This is an illustration of a woman standing in profile, engaged in the intimate act of peering into a handheld mirror. She is dressed in an elegant, flowing yellow nightgown adorned with ruffles and lace details that suggest a bygone era's fashion sensibilities. The gown falls off one shoulder, adding to the image's delicate allure. Her dark hair is styled in a bob cut typical of early 20th-century fashion trends, and she wears black heeled shoes which contrast with her light attire.
The image exudes a sense of quiet vanity and personal moment as the woman seems absorbed in her reflection. The warm beige background provides no distraction from the subject, focusing all attention on her and her actions. This artwork captures both beauty standards of its time period and offers insight into private feminine rituals related to beauty and self-perception.
The caption "A PEEP" at the bottom suggests this moment is meant to be seen as secretive or private – perhaps even forbidden – giving viewers just a glimpse into this personal scene.
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