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The New-fashioned Phaeton, 1776
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The New-fashioned Phaeton, 1776
The New-fashioned Phaeton, 1776. Sic itur ad astra - Thus do we reach the stars. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century... With over two hundred illustrations by George Paston (pseudonym of Emily Morse Symonds], (London, 1905)
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Balcony Carriage Contraption Elevation Elevator Emily Morse Emily Morse Symonds Exaggerated Feather Feathers George Paston Lift Mechanical Mechanism Ostrich Feather Ostrich Feathers Paston Phaeton Stretching Symonds Horse Drawn Vehicle
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The New-fashioned Phaeton, 1776 - A Glimpse into the Whimsical World of Eighteenth-Century Transportation
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. This print takes us back to the vibrant streets of 1776 Britain, where innovation and eccentricity were at their peak. The image showcases an extraordinary contraption known as "The New-fashioned Phaeton" a horse-drawn vehicle that defies convention with its mechanical marvels. Amidst the architectural splendor of balconies and elevated buildings, we witness a couple embarking on a remarkable journey. The woman, adorned in fashionable attire complete with an ostentatious ostrich feather hat, elegantly sits inside the phaeton while her male companion stretches out his arm towards an intriguing mechanism. The artist's exaggerated portrayal highlights not only the intricate details of this unique mode of transport but also captures the essence of societal caricature prevalent during that era. With over two hundred illustrations by George Paston (the pseudonym for Emily Morse Symonds), this print offers a glimpse into her imaginative world. As we delve deeper into this monochrome masterpiece, it becomes evident that "The New-fashioned Phaeton" represents more than just transportation; it symbolizes humanity's unyielding desire to reach new heights. Sic itur ad astra - Thus do we reach the stars - these Latin words inscribed below remind us that even in centuries past, people strived for progress and sought innovative solutions to everyday challenges. This
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