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Bars to Wedlock (engraving)
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Bars to Wedlock (engraving)
2776998 Bars to Wedlock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bars to Wedlock. Illustration for Punch, 8 September 1877.); Look and Learn / George Collection
Media ID 23467902
© Look and Learn / George Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bars Hour Narrow Punch Waist Wedlock
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This engraving titled "Bars to Wedlock" takes us back to the 19th century, where humor and satire were often used as a means of social commentary. The image, part of a private collection, was originally published in Punch magazine on September 8th, 1877. In this comical scene, we see a figure trapped behind narrow bars symbolizing the challenges and restrictions that come with wedlock. With an hourglass figure squeezed into an exaggeratedly tight dress and waistline, the cartoonist cleverly portrays the constraints imposed by societal expectations on women during that era. The artist's satirical drawing skillfully combines fashion and wit to create a humorous yet scathing satire. Through this caricature-like representation, they poke fun at the absurdity of certain conventions surrounding marriage. The use of glass in the composition adds another layer of symbolism. Perhaps it suggests how society views marriage through a distorted lens or how individuals may feel confined within their own marital roles. Overall, this satirical cartoon offers both amusement and insight into Victorian attitudes towards wedlock. It serves as a reminder that even in times past when traditions seemed unbreakable, there were always those who dared to challenge them with humor and creativity.
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