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The Man of Feeling in search of Indispensibles; a scene at the little French Milliners
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The Man of Feeling in search of Indispensibles; a scene at the little French Milliners
3051741 The Man of Feeling in search of Indispensibles; a scene at the little French Milliners, pub. 1800 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: William V, Prince of Orange 1748 - 1806); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22742472
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bonnets Exile Feathers Grotesque Lech Lecherous Madame Magasin Milliner Millinery Reels Scissors Shock Suggestive Ugly Sewing Table
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The Man of Feeling in search of Indispensibles; a scene at the little French Milliners
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is a captivating and humorous print that takes us back to the fashion world of 1800. This hand-colored engraving by James Gillray showcases an interior scene filled with female milliners, reels, sewing tables, and an array of extravagant hats adorned with feathers. In this satirical caricature, we witness a lecherous male figure, believed to be William V, Prince of Orange (1748-1806), who is exiled from his homeland. With suggestive gestures and grotesque features, he intrudes upon the millinery shop as he searches for "indispensibles" or fashionable accessories. The women in the image are shocked and appalled by his presence. They clutch their bonnets tightly while some even hide their hands up their skirts in response to his inappropriate advances. The atmosphere is filled with tension and unease as scissors lay abandoned on the table. Gillray's mastery lies in capturing both social commentary and comedic elements within this piece. Through exaggerated facial expressions and body language, he highlights not only the man's ugliness but also mocks Dutch fashion trends during that era. This intriguing print serves as a reminder of how art can transcend time, allowing us to glimpse into historical moments while still evoking laughter centuries later.
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