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Three French women (pretending to be Spanish)
Three French women (pretending to be Spanish) pose in a photographic studio as musician, dancer and (male!) bullfighter !! Date: 1910s
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Media ID 20162885
© Bubblepunk / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Attire Bullfighter Cross Dressing Dancer Flamenco Guitar Jul17 Musician Pose Posing Pretend Pretending Stereotype
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This charming image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, features three enchanting French women playfully posing as a musician, dancer, and a dashing male bullfighter. Dating back to the 1910s, this photograph offers a delightful glimpse into the past, perfect for adding a touch of vintage charm to your home or office decor. Embrace the allure of history with this exquisite, one-of-a-kind print.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.5cm x 37.5cm (9.6" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photograph from the 1910s, three French women pose in a studio, each adopting the traditional roles of a musician, a dancer, and a male bullfighter, feigning Spanish identities. The women's costumes are reminiscent of the flamenco culture, with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, adding to the allure of their performance. The musician, dressed in a flowing red dress, holds a classical guitar, her fingers poised above the strings, ready to strum out a passionate melody. Her dark, expressive eyes are fixed on the camera lens, exuding a sense of intensity and emotion. To her left, the dancer gracefully poses with one hand on her hip and the other extended in the air, her flamenco dress swirling around her as she strikes a dramatic pose. Her fiery red hair cascades down her back, adding to the authenticity of her Spanish persona. On the right, the third woman defies gender norms by dressing as a male bullfighter. She wears a tight-fitting suit, complete with a cape and a mock bull's head, a nod to the traditional bullfighting attire. Her determined expression and confident stance convey a sense of strength and courage. The photograph captures the essence of the Spanish stereotype that was popular in Europe during the early 20th century, with its portrayal of passionate music, flamenco dance, and bullfighting. However, the women's playful adoption of these roles challenges the notion of authenticity and invites us to question the boundaries of gender and cultural representation. This photograph, with its rich colors and evocative poses, is a testament to the enduring allure of Spanish culture and the creative expression of these three French women.
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