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Female curiosity
Female curiosity. Cartoon showing a woman in her bedchamber with her maidservant; the woman, with her nightdress hiked up above her waist, braces herself against the bed with one knee while adjusting an enormous wig over her bare buttocks; the maidservant holds a mirror showing the womans backside view for her to admire. On a table in the background is a bust, combs, and a brush for the wig; in the foreground, a cat with arched back hisses at the reflection in the mirror and a dog, its head hidden from view, investigates the womans corset lying on the floor. The woman appears to be curious about how she will look to others if she wears the enormous wig. Date 1778 Decr. 1st
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Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 19.7cm x 24.2cm (7.8" x 9.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Moment of Reflection: Female Curiosity in 18th Century Britain" This 1778 British cartoon, titled "Female Curiosity," showcases the intriguing world of women's vanity and self-examination during the 18th century. The scene unfolds in a woman's bedchamber, where the subject, dressed in a nightgown, leans against the bed, her nightdress hiked up above her waist, as she adjusts an extravagant wig. Her maidservant, poised behind her, holds a mirror to reflect the woman's backside view, allowing her to scrutinize her appearance from a new angle. The woman's intense focus on her reflection is a testament to the societal pressure on women to maintain their beauty and allure. The elaborate wig, a symbol of wealth and status, adds to the overall grandeur of the scene. In the background, a table is laden with accessories for the wig, including busts, combs, and a brush. The foreground of the image reveals two curious onlookers: a cat, with its back arched, hissing at the reflection in the mirror, and a dog, its head hidden from view, investigating the woman's discarded corset. These animals serve as a reminder of the natural world's indifference to the artifice of human vanity. This cartoon, with its intricate details and witty commentary on societal norms, offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of women in 18th century Britain and their quest for self-presentation and acceptance.
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