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Progress of the Toilet - The Stays Plate 1, pub. by McCleary, London
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Progress of the Toilet - The Stays Plate 1, pub. by McCleary, London
872454 Progress of the Toilet - The Stays Plate 1, pub. by McCleary, London, 1810 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23502674
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Assistance Breasts Cleavage Corset Display Dresser Dressing Dressing Table Lacing Lap Dog Lapdog Pin Cushion Preparation Underwear Vanity Maid
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Progress of the Toilet - The Stays Plate 1 - A Satirical Glimpse into 19th Century Vanity
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. This hand-coloured engraving, titled "Progress of the Toilet - The Stays Plate 1" offers a satirical commentary on the elaborate rituals and absurdities surrounding beauty and fashion in early 19th century London. Published by McCleary, this artwork takes us back to a time when dressing up was an art form. The image depicts a lady in her opulent bedroom, surrounded by an array of vanity items. As she sits at her ornate dressing table, adorned with sculptures and trinkets, her maid stands nearby offering assistance. The lady's lapdog rests comfortably on her lap while she meticulously laces up her corset. With exaggerated caricature-like features, the artist humorously highlights society's obsession with physical appearance. Cleavage is prominently displayed as the lady adjusts her stays (corset), emphasizing both societal expectations and discomfort endured for beauty standards. A reflection in the mirror reveals another bust sculpture observing this scene with amusement. A pin cushion filled with colorful pins adds a touch of whimsy to this playful composition. Through its intricate details and clever symbolism, this print captures not only the essence of fashion but also serves as social commentary on women's roles during that era. It reminds us how far we have come from these extravagant preparations while providing insight into our ever-evolving relationship with self-presentation and personal expression.
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