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Fine Art Print : Female jockeys riding gentlemen like horses
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Female jockeys riding gentlemen like horses
Two women jockeys with riding crops, spur on their steeds - not horses, but top-hatted and tailed gentlemen who wear bridles in their mouths. These emancipated women are fully in control of their destination and their menfolk. Date: C.1908
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Media ID 11580655
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Allegory Amusing Bridles Comical Control Controlling Crops Difference Dominating Domination Emancipated Emancipation Exercise Gender Gentlemen Jockeys Leading Menfolk Physical Power Powerful Ride Rides Satire Satirical Sexes Strength Strong Rights Steeds Zeitgeist
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Fine Art Prints collection from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite series features a whimsical and intriguing twist on traditional roles, as female jockeys gracefully ride top-hatted gentlemen, transforming them into steeds with the use of bridles and riding crops. Delight in the playful subversion of expectations, as these vibrant and detailed prints add a touch of whimsy and intrigue to any space. Perfect for those who appreciate the unexpected and the artfully absurd, these prints are sure to spark conversation and inspire a smile. Order yours today and bring a touch of the extraordinary to your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 33.6cm x 53.3cm (13.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, hailing from the early 1900s, presents an intriguing and satirical take on gender roles during the Edwardian era. The image features two bold and emancipated women, dressed in jockey attire, expertly riding their 'steeds' - not horses, but top-hatted and tailed gentlemen. The men, with bridles in their mouths, appear to be fully submissive to their female counterparts. The scene is a striking departure from the societal norms of the time, where women were expected to be demure and subservient to men. These women, however, are in complete control of their 'horses' and their destinations. The riding crops in their hands and the determined expressions on their faces speak volumes about their strength and dominance. This photograph, dated around 1908, is an allegory of the changing zeitgeist of the time. The women's emancipation movement was gaining momentum, and this image serves as a satirical commentary on the shifting power dynamics between the sexes. The men, once the dominant force, are now reduced to the role of the ridden. The image is a powerful reminder of the physical and emotional strength of women, and their growing assertiveness in a world that was traditionally male-dominated. It is a snapshot of a time when the lines between the sexes were being blurred, and the roles were being redefined. The photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of women and their determination to claim their rightful place in society.
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