Framed Print : Cartoon, Parisian woman out shopping, WW1
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Cartoon, Parisian woman out shopping, WW1
Cartoon showing an elegant Parisian woman in a very tall hat, out shopping for fabrics. She asks for a large amount of material for a new hat, in spite of wartime austerity. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14289707
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Assistant Buying Client Counter Customer Deference Deferential Fabric Fabrics Frivolous Material Parisian Parisienne Rolls Satire Satirical Selling Shopping Tall Fashionable
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating cartoon, titled "Parisian woman out shopping, WW1," showcases an elegant Parisian woman in a tall hat browsing for fabric during World War I. Despite the wartime austerity, she requests a generous amount. This timeless piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a delightful reminder of the past and is sure to start conversations. Bring history to life with our high-quality framed prints.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" 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.
A Frivolous Pursuit in Wartime - The Parisian Woman's Devotion to Fashion,
EDITORS COMMENTS
1917 Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of World War I, life in Paris continued to pulse with a sense of normalcy, albeit with an undercurrent of austerity. In this cartoon, a fashionable Parisian woman, adorned in an extravagant tall hat, is seen engaging in a common activity - shopping for fabrics for a new hat. The year was 1917, and despite the ongoing conflict, the allure of fashion and the pursuit of elegance remained undeterred. The woman, with an air of deference and expectation, approaches the counter of a fabric shop, her eyes fixed on the rolls of material before her. She requests an impressive quantity, much to the surprise of the shop assistant, who looks on with a mixture of disbelief and amusement. The woman's determination to maintain her style and status, even in the midst of wartime scarcity, is a testament to the enduring power of fashion and the human spirit. This satirical cartoon, created in 1917, offers a glimpse into the seemingly frivolous world of Parisian women and their unwavering devotion to fashion during a time of great upheaval. The image serves as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of human beings, even in the face of adversity. The elegance and charm of the Parisian woman, as depicted in this cartoon, continue to captivate and inspire us today, making it a valuable addition to any historical collection.
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