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Male caricatures by George Ranstead
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Male caricatures by George Ranstead
Two effeminate, aesthetes dressed in rather dandyish clothes, as depicted by George Ranstead, an amateur artist of the Great War who served in the Army Pay Corps. Ranstead was one of many soldiers of WWI who took up drawing as a hobby. His subjects range from wartime humour to pictures of pretty girls and are clearly influenced by images in the illustrated magazines of the period. There is no caption to accompany this picture but it may be a jibe at men who did not join up.
circa 1916
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This caricature by George Ranstead, an unassuming soldier in the Army Pay Corps during World War I, showcases two effeminate aesthetes dressed in dandyish clothes. Ranstead, like many soldiers of the Great War, found solace and expression in the art of drawing. His body of work ranges from wartime humor to portraits of pretty girls, reflecting the influence of the illustrated magazines of the era. The two figures in this circa 1916 print appear to be mockingly depicted as aesthetes, with their exaggeratedly feminine postures, delicate features, and flamboyant attire. The use of the term 'aesthete' in this context refers to individuals who place a high value on beauty and art, often perceived as being overly sensitive and refined. The absence of a caption in this print leaves room for interpretation, but it is not difficult to imagine that this caricature may be a jibe at civilians who did not join the war effort. The dandyish appearance of the two men, coupled with their effeminate demeanor, may be intended to highlight the perceived cowardice or frivolity of those who chose not to enlist. Ranstead's artistic talent and keen observation of the world around him are evident in this charming print, which captures the essence of the era and offers a glimpse into the social commentary of the time. This print is a testament to the power of art as a means of expression and reflection, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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