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C'est singulier comme ce miroir m'applatit... 1844. Creator: Honore Daumier
C'est singulier comme ce miroir m'applatit... 1844. It's strange how this mirror flattens me. From Les Bas-bleus, no. 1
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Bluestocking Body Image Bustle Cheval Glass Cheval Mirror Daumier Honore Daumier Honore Victorin Equality Funny H Daumier Honore Daumier Honore Victorin Daumier Lithographic Looking Glass Mirror Misogynistic Misogyny Reflected Reflection Rights Sexism Sexist Thin Womens Rights Lithotint Parody Satirical
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.8cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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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or "It's strange how this mirror flattens me," is a poignant and thought-provoking lithograph created by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier in 1844. This piece is part of Daumier's series "Les Bas-bleus," which satirically explores the social and cultural norms of the time, particularly in relation to women and fashion. The image depicts a full-length reflection of a man, dressed in the fashion of the nineteenth century, gazing at himself in a cheval glass or "looking glass" mirror. The mirror, however, distorts his reflection, flattening him out and reducing him to a two-dimensional figure. This visual representation of the man's self-perception serves as a commentary on the societal pressure to conform to idealized body types and the role of fashion in shaping self-image. Despite the seemingly light-hearted and humorous tone, Daumier's work also carries a subtle critique of the misogynistic and sexist attitudes prevalent during the time. The title of the series, "Les Bas-bleus," refers to women who wore loose-fitting, high-waisted skirts and blouses, often associated with intellectual pursuits and the rejection of traditional feminine roles. The satirical portrayal of women in the series, along with the man's distorted reflection, highlights the societal double standard and the pressure on both men and women to conform to narrow beauty ideals. This powerful and thought-provoking piece, now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection, continues to resonate with contemporary audiences, offering a glimpse into the complex social and cultural issues of the past and their relevance to the present. The black and white lithograph, with its intricate details and nuanced commentary, invites viewers to reflect on the enduring impact of fashion, body image, and societal expectations on our self-perception and identity.
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