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Patent-Bolsters: Le moyen d etre en-bon point, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving)
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Patent-Bolsters: Le moyen d etre en-bon point, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving)
3025373 Patent-Bolsters: Le moyen d etre en-bon point, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maria Anne Fitzherbert (nee Smythe) (1756 - 1837); secretly married in 1785 to Prince of Wales, later George IV (1762 - 1830)); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22490144
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Boudoir Breasts Buxom Corset Dressing Table Feather Getting Dressed Girdle Hook Nose Mistress Morning Toilet Mrs Fitzherbert Plume Social Satire Underwear Bosoms Brassiere
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This hand-coloured engraving, titled "Patent-Bolsters: Le moyen d etre en-bon point" captures a fascinating moment in history and offers a glimpse into the secret life of Maria Anne Fitzherbert. Published in 1791 by James Gillray, this satirical cartoon provides social commentary on the morning routine of Mrs. Fitzherbert, who was secretly married to the Prince of Wales (later George IV). Intriguingly, the image showcases Mrs. Fitzherbert at her dressing table as she prepares for the day ahead. The reflection in the mirror reveals her delicate beauty and buxom figure accentuated by a fashionable corset and brassiere. With an air of secrecy surrounding her status as a mistress to royalty, this caricature highlights both her allure and vulnerability. The artist's attention to detail is evident through clever elements such as a hook nose and feathered plume adorning Mrs. Fitzherbert's headpiece, adding whimsy to this satirical portrayal. Gillray's work often employed biting humor and political satire, making it highly sought after today for its historical significance. This particular print from Bridgeman Images' private collection serves as an intriguing window into 18th-century fashion trends while shedding light on hidden aspects of royal relationships. As we admire this engraving, we are reminded that beneath every public persona lies untold stories waiting to be discovered – tales that shape our understanding of both past and present societies.
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