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Les Invisibles, c. 1807 (coloured engraving)
XIR331782 Les Invisibles, c.1807 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Satire on the eccentric and excessive fashions of the Napoleonic era in Paris; the excessively high and exaggerated poke bonnets of ladies made for poor visibility; ); French, out of copyright
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Affected Ampoule Bonnets Exaggerated Excess Excessive Incroyable Invisible Merveilleuse Napoleon Incroyables Merveilleuses
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Les Invisibles, c. 1807 - A Satirical Glimpse into the Eccentric Fashions of Napoleonic Paris
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. This print captures a coloured engraving titled "Les Invisibles, c. 1807" created by the French School in the 19th century and housed in the Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France. The artwork serves as a satirical commentary on the exaggerated and eccentric fashions prevalent during the Napoleonic era. The focus of this caricature lies on the excessively high and exaggerated poke bonnets worn by ladies at that time. These fashionable headpieces were not only visually striking but also caused poor visibility for those who wore them. The artist masterfully portrays these bonnets as both invisible and overblown, highlighting their impracticality. Through its detailed depiction of male and female figures donning bombastic attire, this artwork offers a glimpse into an era characterized by excesses and affected elegance. It showcases how fashion trends could become so extreme that they bordered on invisibility. By exploring themes such as invisibility, exaggeration, elegance, and excess within Napoleon's empire, "Les Invisibles" provides us with valuable insights into societal norms and values during that period. This piece is a testament to how art can serve as a powerful tool for social critique while simultaneously capturing moments from history.
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