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Sunday afternoon at Holland Park Rink by H. M. Bateman
Fashion on the floor: A wicked caricature. A comic artists view. Bateman on a Sunday afternoon at the Holland Park rink at a time when rinking was at the height of popularity. Date: 1912
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Sunday Afternoon at Holland Park Rink: A Wicked Caricature of Edwardian Society's Amusing Pursuit of Leisure and Entertainment This print by renowned British cartoonist, H.M. Bateman, transports us back to the early 20th century and a Sunday afternoon at Holland Park Rink. The year is 1912, and the popularity of roller skating, or 'rinking,' as it was known then, had reached an all-time high. Bateman's witty and humorous take on the scene unfolds before us, with a lively and chaotic tableau of fashionable Edwardian society enjoying their leisure time on the roller rink. The print is titled "Fashion on the floor: A wicked caricature. A comic artist's view," and it is evident that Bateman's intention was to poke fun at the eccentricities and follies of the upper classes as they attempted to navigate the roller rink with their elaborate attire and unwieldy skates. In the foreground, a lady in a voluminous skirt and high heels teeters precariously on her skates, her expression a mixture of determination and terror. Nearby, a gentleman in a top hat and tails struggles to maintain his balance, his cane clutched for support. The scene is filled with similar vignettes of amusing mishaps, all rendered with Bateman's signature wit and humour. The print offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the fashions, social customs, and pastimes of the Edwardian era. Bateman's masterful use of line and form brings the scene to life, capturing the spirit of a bygone era and the universal appeal of a bit of fun and laughter.
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