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The Price Of Beauty
circa 1840: A man on stilts pulls a womans hair into the high style prevalent in the early part of the 19th century. This French cartoon is captioned One must suffer to be beautiful. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11805924
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating "The Price Of Beauty" poster print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This vintage masterpiece, hailing from the Hulton Archive circa 1840, depicts a man on stilts pulling a woman's hair high into the extravagant hairstyles prevalent in the early 19th century. With the poignant caption, "One must suffer to be beautiful," this evocative image takes us on a journey through history, showcasing the lengths women went to achieve the beauty standards of the past. Add a touch of timeless elegance and intrigue to your space with this exquisite work of art.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 54.2cm x 42cm (21.3" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
The Price Of Beauty - A Glimpse into the Eccentricities of 19th Century Fashion
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print, captured circa 1840, offers a fascinating insight into the peculiar beauty rituals prevalent in early 19th century France. In this French cartoon, we witness an unusual scene where a man on stilts assumes the role of a hairdresser, meticulously pulling a woman's hair into an elaborate style that was highly sought after during that era. The image is accompanied by the caption "One must suffer to be beautiful" shedding light on the sacrifices individuals were willing to endure for societal standards of attractiveness. The composition showcases various elements such as a table adorned with cosmetics and hairdressing tools, reflecting the meticulous process involved in achieving these extravagant hairstyles. Amidst this comical portrayal lies a deeper commentary on gender roles and occupations at the time. The juxtaposition of traditionally feminine activities like hairstyling being performed by a man challenges conventional norms and highlights how society often dictated who could engage in certain professions. As we delve into this thought-provoking snapshot from history, it becomes evident that notions of beauty have always been subject to sacrifice and societal expectations. This intriguing piece invites us to reflect upon our own perceptions of beauty while appreciating the artistic representation crafted by Hulton Archive.
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