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Cartoon ridiculing fashion and ballooning, c. 1783-4 (colour litho)
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Cartoon ridiculing fashion and ballooning, c. 1783-4 (colour litho)
CHT259995 Cartoon ridiculing fashion and ballooning, c.1783-4 (colour litho) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Caricature a propos de la mode et des ballons; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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This vibrant and whimsical lithograph from the 18th century is a captivating snapshot of the era's satirical take on fashion and ballooning. Created by an anonymous French artist, this cartoon ridicules both these subjects with clever wit. In the foreground, we see a group of elegantly dressed men and women, their exaggerated clothing reflecting the extravagant fashion trends of the time. Their towering wigs, voluminous skirts, and ornate accessories are comically oversized, highlighting society's obsession with outward appearances. However, it is in the background where the true satire lies. A hot air balloon floats above them, adorned with humorous illustrations that poke fun at ballooning as a popular spectacle during this period. The Montgolfier brothers' invention had captured public imagination and become a symbol of scientific progress and adventure. Yet here it is depicted as an absurdity amidst fashionable frivolities. The juxtaposition between these two elements serves to mock societal priorities - while people obsess over superficial trends in attire, they overlook or dismiss significant advancements in science and technology. This print offers us a glimpse into 18th-century Parisian culture through its playful commentary on fashion fads and contemporary obsessions. It reminds us that even centuries ago, artists used their work to challenge societal norms and shed light on human folly - making this piece not only visually appealing but also intellectually stimulating.
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