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Shop girls preparing for bed
Shop girls preparing for bed. Wearing turbans, shawls and lowcut cotton nightshifts, four shopgirls relax before bed. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817
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Media ID 23194718
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Candle Curtain Genre Grisette Lifestyle Mesangere Mirror Muslin Napoleonic Pierre Satirical Shawl Shopgirl Turban Coucher Grisettes
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of vintage poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of four shop girls preparing for bed, hand-colored engraving from Pierre de la Mesengerie's Le Bon Genre (Paris, 1817), now available as a stunning poster print. Dressed in turbans, shawls, and low-cut cotton nightshifts, these women exude a sense of relaxation and tranquility. Add a touch of history and charm to your home or office decor with this beautifully preserved piece of the past.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This handcoloured engraving, titled 'Shop girls preparing for bed' or 'The Grisettes' from Pierre de la Mesangere's 'Le Bon Genre' series, offers a glimpse into the private lives of shop girls in Paris during the Napoleonic era. The image showcases four young women, dressed in traditional attire for the working class, as they unwind before retiring for the night. The shop girls are seen wearing turbans and shawls, adorned with intricate patterns, and low-cut muslin nightshifts. Their relaxed expressions and casual postures convey a sense of camaraderie and contentment. A table is set with a mirror, a candle, and a curtain, suggesting a simple yet cozy bedroom setting. The satirical tone of the print is evident in the exaggerated details, such as the oversized turban and the overly full skirt of one of the girls. This was a common motif in the 'Grand Modes' or fashion plates of the time, which often depicted working-class women in humorous and stereotypical ways. Despite the satire, the print offers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of shop girls during the Empire period. It also reflects the growing trend of using print media to entertain and inform the public about fashion and lifestyle. The print serves as a reminder of the rich history of fashion and the importance of documenting the everyday experiences of people from all walks of life.
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