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Label for Cuckoos thread (colour litho)
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Label for Cuckoos thread (colour litho)
982336 Label for Cuckoos thread (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Label for Cuckoos thread, with an image depicting a woman wearing a yoke over her shoulders, on which hangs cuckoo clocks. Sold by GJDB.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22640430
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Clocks Cottons Cuckoo Label Labels Thread Threads Yokes
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This 19th-century lithograph, titled "Label for Cuckoos thread" takes us back in time to an era of intricate craftsmanship and whimsical fashion. The image showcases a woman adorned with a yoke over her shoulders, from which dangle several charming cuckoo clocks. This enchanting artwork was part of the French School's collection and is now housed in a private collection. The label itself serves as a testament to the creativity and artistry that went into promoting products during this period. It advertises Cuckoos thread, likely used for sewing or embroidery purposes, with its delicate threads symbolically represented by the clocks hanging from the woman's yoke. As we delve deeper into this print, we are transported to a world where women meticulously worked on their clothing using fine cottons and threads. The presence of cuckoo clocks adds an element of surprise and playfulness to this otherwise utilitarian scene. This artwork not only captures the essence of 19th-century fashion but also provides insight into how everyday objects were marketed at that time. It invites us to appreciate both the beauty found within such labels as well as the historical context they represent. Through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, we can explore these fascinating glimpses into history while admiring the skillful artistry behind them.
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