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A series of humorous sketches by Joyce Dennys rather poking fun at smart society at Royal Ascot. She shows a fashionable lady losing her hat and almost having it picked up as litter, while long skirts are clumsily trodden on. Date: 1934
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1. Title: "Ascot Amusements: A Humorous Take on Smart Society by Joyce Dennys (1934)" In the vibrant and whimsical world of British social satire, few artists captured the essence of humour and wit quite like Joyce Dennys. Her sketches, filled with charming irony and amusing observations, offered a delightful commentary on the follies and fashions of the time. Among her most beloved works are her depictions of the Royal Ascot races, where she playfully poked fun at the smart society of the 1930s. This photograph print, dated 1934, showcases one of Dennys' Ascot sketches that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of her work. In the image, a fashionable lady, dressed in an elegant hat and long skirt, finds herself in a predicament as she loses her hat amidst the bustling crowd. The scene is further amplified by the expression of a nearby spectator, who seems to consider the fallen hat as an unwelcome piece of litter. Meanwhile, another woman, clad in a similarly voluminous skirt, inadvertently steps on the hem of her own garment, causing a comical ripple effect. The long skirts, a staple of the era's fashion, become a source of amusement as they are clumsily trodden on, adding to the overall humour of the scene. Dennys' sketches of Ascot offer a lighthearted and humorous perspective on the social season, a time when the British aristocracy and high society would gather to enjoy the thrilling races and display their latest fashions. Through her clever observations and whimsical illustrations, she captured the essence of the era, providing a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Royal Ascot races and the fashionable society of the 1930s.
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