A scarecrow, 1793
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A scarecrow, 1793
A scarecrow of 1793 - a woman wearing a fashionable, but ridiculed, high-waisted gown (with watch fob) which makes it appear that her legs begin under her bosom. She also carries a giant fan, and wears large hooped earrings, and a turban with besom-like decoration and five huge feathers. Date: 1793
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1790s 1793 Caricatures Earrings Fashions Feathers Gown Huge Ridiculed Ridiculous Satire Satirical Scarecrow Tall Turban Waisted Watch Fashionable
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Vision of Fashion from the Past: The Scarecrow of 1793 2. In this print from 1793, we encounter an intriguing figure that personifies the height of fashionable absurdity during the era. Dubbed as "The Scarecrow of 1793," this woman, dressed in an extravagant ensemble, stands tall and proud, her quizzical expression hinting at a satirical undertone. 3. The woman's attire is a striking representation of the fashion trends that dominated the late 18th century. Her high-waisted gown, with its exaggerated silhouette, is a testament to the fashionable yet ridiculed style of the time. The watch fob, a symbol of wealth and status, is prominently displayed, adding to the overall effect of her voluminous dress, which makes it appear as if her legs begin under her bosom. 4. The woman's accessories further accentuate her eccentric appearance. She carries a giant fan, an essential fashion item for ladies during this period, which seems almost comically oversized. Her large hooped earrings, adorned with intricate designs, add to the overall theatricality of her appearance. Atop her head, she wears a turban, its decorative elements reminiscent of a besom, a traditional broom used for sweeping. Five huge feathers, likely made of ostrich or peacock plumes, gracefully cascade from the turban, completing her elaborate ensemble. 5. This satirical print serves as a fascinating glimpse into the fashionable yet ridiculed trends of the 1790s. The exaggerated silhouette, oversized accessories, and the woman's quizzical expression all contribute to the print's comedic effect. This image offers a unique perspective on the fashions of the past, inviting us to reflect on the enduring power of satire and the ever-evolving nature of fashion.
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