The Shoe. This coloured sketch shows a large man forcefully grabbing the

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The Shoe. This coloured sketch shows a large man forcefully grabbing the

This coloured sketch shows a large man forcefully grabbing the chin of a woman in a room interior, she is holding his shoe. Date: circa 1901

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Chin Forain Grabbing Issue Jean Louis Lalbum Maitres Shoe 1901 Forcefully

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This coloured sketch, titled "The Shoe," is a poignant and thought-provoking image from the album "Les Maîtres de la Caricature," issue 17, published in October 1901, available through Mary Evans Prints Online. The image depicts a large man, dressed in formal attire, forcefully grabbing the chin of a woman in a dimly lit room interior. The woman, dressed in a simple, high-necked blouse and an apron, holds the man's shoe in her hand, her expression a mix of defiance and determination. The date of this sketch, circa 1901, places it in an era of significant social and political change. The women's suffrage movement was gaining momentum in Europe and North America, and the image of a woman holding a man's shoe can be interpreted as a symbol of power and agency. The man's aggressive behavior towards the woman may represent the patriarchal norms of the time, which sought to keep women subjugated and dependent. The use of colour in this sketch adds depth and emotion to the image, drawing the viewer in and inviting them to consider the complex dynamics at play. The dimly lit room and the woman's determined expression create a sense of tension and drama, while the man's size and forcefulness serve to underscore the power imbalance between the two figures. Overall, "The Shoe" is a powerful and evocative image that speaks to the struggles and triumphs of the women's suffrage movement and the broader fight for gender equality. It is a reminder of the progress that has been made, as well as the work that still needs to be done to achieve true equality for all.

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