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A mother registering her baby at the town hall (colour litho)
3656815 A mother registering her baby at the town hall (colour litho) by Lavrate, Edmond (1829-1888); Private Collection; (add.info.: A mother registering her baby at the town hall. French cartoon, late 19th century.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
Media ID 22485234
© Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection / Bridgeman Images
Birth Embarrassed Embarrassing Le Monde Plaisant Mayor Paternity Question Registering Registration Toddler Toddlers Town Hall New Baby New Born New Born Babes New Born Infant Newborn Newly Born
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In this delightful 19th-century French cartoon, we see a humorous scene unfold at the town hall as a mother registers her baby. The colour litho print by Edmond Lavrate captures the embarrassing and amusing moment with great wit. The satirical drawing portrays a flustered mother seated in front of the mayor, who is holding a quill pen ready to record the details. With an expression of both concern and embarrassment, she nervously answers questions about her newborn's birth. The artist skillfully highlights the comical nature of this situation, making it relatable to parents throughout time. This satirical cartoon touches on societal norms and expectations surrounding childbirth and paternity during that era. It offers a scathing satire on bureaucratic processes while providing commentary on French culture at the time. Lavrate's artwork showcases his talent for caricature, capturing not only the physical features but also conveying emotions through exaggerated expressions. The vibrant colours add depth to this charming scene, bringing life to each character depicted. This print serves as a reminder that humor can be found even in everyday situations like registering one's child at the town hall. It invites us to reflect on our own experiences as parents or children while appreciating art's ability to capture moments of levity from history.
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