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The Preposterous Head Dress or The Feathered Lady, 1776
The Preposterous Head Dress or The Feathered Lady, 1776. 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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Dressing Table Dressingroom Dressingtable Emily Morse Emily Morse Symonds Enormous Feather Feathered Feathers Funny George Paston Hairdresser Huge Humorous Mirror Ostrich Feather Ostrich Feathers Paston Ridiculous Silly Symonds Hairdressing Preposterous
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection. Feast your eyes on the intriguing "The Preposterous Head Dress or The Feathered Lady," an enchanting illustration from the 18th century. Created by the mysterious George Paston, also known as Emily, this captivating image showcases the flamboyant fashion trends of the era. Add a touch of historical charm to your space with this stunning poster print, a perfect addition to any room or office.
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 40.7cm x 59.4cm (16" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
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The Preposterous Head Dress or The Feathered Lady, 1776
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a whimsical and satirical illustration that offers a humorous commentary on the extravagant fashion trends of the 18th century. In this print, we see a female figure adorned with an enormous headdress made entirely of ostrich feathers. The sheer size and absurdity of the headgear immediately catch our attention. The woman sits at her dressing table in an opulent interior, surrounded by mirrors and furniture. Her hairdo is intricately styled, showcasing the intricate artistry involved in creating such elaborate hairstyles during this era. A male figure can be seen in the background, observing her with amusement. This image serves as a witty critique of societal norms and expectations surrounding women's fashion choices at the time. It highlights how some individuals went to extreme lengths to conform to these standards, often resulting in outlandish appearances. Created by George Paston (pseudonym for Emily Morse Symonds) as part of "Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century" this print captures both the artistic talent and sharp wit that characterized caricatures from this period. Through its exaggerated portrayal of fashion excesses, it invites viewers to reflect on their own relationship with clothing and personal expression. Overall, "The Preposterous Head Dress or The Feathered Lady" remains an amusing reminder that even centuries ago, people found joy in poking fun at societal conventions through clever visual satire.
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