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Vain woman at a mirror on a comic greetings card
Vain woman at a mirror on a comic greetings card with verse. Date: circa 1870s
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Appearance Bustle Frilly Hairstyle Mirror Reflection Vain Vanity Verse
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A Peek into the Past: Vanity Fair's Most Enchanting Subject Amidst the elegance and opulence of the Victorian era, a woman's obsession with her appearance held a captivating allure. This charming comic greetings card from the 1870s, featuring a vain woman at her mirror, encapsulates the essence of this fascination with beauty and self-presentation. The woman in the print, dressed in the height of fashion, gazes intently at her reflection. Her long, flowing hair is meticulously styled, adorned with ribbons and flowers, cascading down her back in an intricate braid. Her voluminous, frilly dress with a prominent bustle accentuates her figure, while her gloved hands delicately adjust the collar of her blouse. The mirror, a symbol of self-reflection and vanity, magnifies her every detail, inviting her to scrutinize her appearance. The woman's expression, a mixture of satisfaction and contemplation, reveals her dedication to maintaining her allure. The accompanying verse adds a touch of whimsy and humor to the scene: "Looking in the glass, I saw myself at last, A vision fair, a vision bright, With ringlets curled and rosy cheeks, And eyes that sparkled with delight. But as I gazed, a thought did cross my mind, That time, it seems, will not abide, And soon, alas, this visage fair, Will fade away, and leave me bare." This enchanting print serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of beauty and the importance of self-presentation, even as the sands of time continue to pass.
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