At The Fair

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At The Fair

A pair of illustrations showing scenes of women at a fair, the figure of an old man on a cart is clutching the skirts of a lady, inviting her to visit the hall of lost steps. Date: circa 1901

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Media ID 32261472

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Clutching Grun Illustrations Inviting Issue Jules Alexandre Lalbum Lost Maitres Pair Skirts 1901

EDITORS COMMENTS
At the Fair: A Timeless Moment in Early 20th Century Life (Circa 1901) This pair of illustrations, titled "At the Fair," transports us back in time to an era of simple pleasures and carefree moments. The images, created by the renowned French caricaturists Jules Alexandre Grun for the French magazine "Les Maitres de la Caricature," depict scenes of women enjoying the excitement of a fairground. In the first illustration, a group of women, dressed in elegant turn-of-the-century attire, are seen admiring a collection of colorful flowers and vegetables at a market stall. Their animated expressions and lively interaction with the vendor convey the joy and camaraderie of the fair experience. In the second illustration, a charming scene unfolds as an old man, seated on a cart, extends a warm invitation to a lady. His eager grip on her skirt suggests a playful and flirtatious gesture as he invites her to visit the "Hall of Lost Steps." The lady's demure smile and the twinkle in her eye hint at her amusement and possible acceptance of the old man's invitation. These illustrations, dated circa 1901, capture the essence of a bygone era and offer a glimpse into the daily life and social interactions of the time. The nostalgic charm of these images makes them a delightful addition to any album or collection, evoking memories of simpler times and the enduring allure of the fairground experience.

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