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La Toilette de Pierrette (colour litho)
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La Toilette de Pierrette (colour litho)
3098555 La Toilette de Pierrette (colour litho) by Madrazo y Garreta, Raimundo de (1841-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Toilette de Pierrette. Illustration from Le Figaro Illustre, December 1893.); © Look and Learn
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7 Deadly Sins Bedroom Dressing Getting Dressed Peeking Pierrette Pretension Pride Proud Proudness Seven Deadly Sins Vain Vanity Emotions Feeling
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La Toilette de Pierrette - A Glimpse into Vanity and Pride
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. This print of "La Toilette de Pierrette" by Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta takes us back to the enchanting world of 19th-century France. The image, originally featured in Le Figaro Illustre in December 1893, offers a glimpse into the private moments of a young woman's morning routine. In this scene, we find Pierrette standing before her vanity mirror, absorbed in her own reflection. With an air of pride and pretension, she delicately adjusts her dress while stealing a peek through the slightly ajar bedroom door. Her expression reveals a mix of emotions – confidence, self-assurance, and perhaps even arrogance. The painting beautifully captures the essence of French culture during that era - its obsession with beauty and fashion. It also alludes to the concept of the seven deadly sins; here specifically highlighting vanity as one that consumes Pierrette's thoughts. As we delve deeper into this artwork, it becomes evident that beyond showcasing mere physical appearance or dressing rituals, "La Toilette de Pierrette" invites contemplation on human nature itself. It prompts us to reflect upon our own feelings of pride and pretension – emotions that can both empower and blind us. Bridgeman Images' exquisite reproduction allows art enthusiasts today to appreciate not only Madrazo y Garreta's mastery but also provides an opportunity for introspection on timeless themes such as
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