Taste a la mode, 1745. Artist: F Patton

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Taste a la mode, 1745. Artist: F Patton

Taste a la mode, 1745. Satire on the fashion for wide skirts. 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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. In this print titled "Taste a la mode, 1745" artist F Patton takes us back to the vibrant world of eighteenth-century fashion. The illustration, featured in the book "Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century" by George Paston (pseudonym of Emily Morse Symonds), offers a humorous take on the prevailing trend for wide skirts. The scene unfolds in an elegant garden setting where men and women gather to witness this spectacle of style. Amidst the crowd, we see women donning crinolines and farthingales that accentuate their figures with exaggerated proportions. One woman stands out as she embodies both dumpy and fat characteristics, playfully challenging conventional ideals of beauty. Patton's artwork serves as a metaphorical commentary on society's obsession with appearances during that era. It humorously highlights how individuals would go to great lengths to conform to fashionable trends regardless of practicality or aesthetic appeal. The monochrome palette adds depth and timelessness to this snapshot from history. Every detail is meticulously captured by Patton's skilled hand, showcasing his talent for capturing not only physical attributes but also social dynamics. Through this print, we are transported back in time—witnessing an amusing moment frozen forever—a reminder that fashion has always been intertwined with societal norms and individual expression.

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