Fine Art Print : The pleasures and hazards of having one's hair cut by a female barber

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The pleasures and hazards of having one's hair cut by a female barber

5311903 The pleasures and hazards of having one's hair cut by a female barber; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the pleasures and hazards of having one's hair cut by a female barber. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38513848

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Barbers Comment Commentary Hair Dressing Pleasure Pleasures Social Commentary Comics Hazards

20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Add some humor to your walls with 'The Pleasures and Hazards of Having One's Hair Cut by a Female Barber', an iconic fine art print from Bridgeman Images. This witty cartoon, featured in Fine Art Finder (5311903), pokes fun at the joys and perils of getting a haircut from a female barber - perfect for anyone who's ever had their hair cut or loves to laugh! Bring this charming piece into your home today.

20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.

Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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> Fine Art Finder > Artists > Hans Memling

> Arts > Pop art > Satire > Satirical artwork

EDITORS COMMENTS
This satirical cartoon from the 19th century humorously explores the pleasures and hazards of having one's hair cut by a female barber. The illustration depicts a woman confidently wielding scissors and a comb, while her male client looks on nervously. The artist cleverly captures the social commentary surrounding gender roles in hairdressing during this time period. The comic nature of the drawing adds to its scathing satire, highlighting both the enjoyment and potential risks associated with entrusting your locks to a lady barber. The woman's expression exudes confidence and skill, challenging traditional notions of who is capable of providing quality haircuts. As we reflect on this piece today, it serves as a reminder of how societal norms have evolved over time in regards to professions typically dominated by one gender or another. It also prompts us to consider how perceptions of femininity and masculinity can influence our choices when it comes to personal grooming. Overall, this cartoon offers a humorous yet thought-provoking commentary on the intersection of gender, social expectations, and personal care practices. It invites viewers to reconsider their assumptions about who holds power in the realm of hair styling – all while eliciting a chuckle at the antics depicted on paper.

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