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Fashionable Contrasts, or The Duchesss little Shoe yielding to the Magnitude of
BBC193400 Fashionable Contrasts, or The Duchesss little Shoe yielding to the Magnitude of the Dukes Foot, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792 (etching with w/c) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); 25x35 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederick, Duke of York (1763-1827); Frederica, Princess of Prussia (1767-1820); ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23806514
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Birthday Comparison Contrast Dainty Duchess Entwined Hanoverian Large Married Sexual Shoes Slipper Small Social Satire Beds
10"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.5cm (10" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This etching by James Gillray, titled "Fashionable Contrasts, or The Duchess's little Shoe yielding to the Magnitude of the Duke's Foot" offers a satirical commentary on societal norms and gender dynamics during the Georgian era. Depicting Frederick, Duke of York, and Frederica, Princess of Prussia in bed together, this cartoonish artwork presents an amusing juxtaposition between their physical attributes. The focus lies on their feet - specifically the contrast between the dainty slipper worn by the Duchess and the oversized shoe belonging to her husband. This visual metaphor cleverly symbolizes power dynamics within marriage and society as a whole. Through exaggerated proportions and playful imagery, Gillray highlights how women were often expected to submit to their husbands' dominance. Beyond its humorous facade lies a deeper critique of social expectations placed upon women during that time period. By emphasizing these stark differences in footwear size, Gillray challenges traditional notions of femininity while shedding light on issues such as marital inequality and sexual politics. As we gaze at this historical print from 1792 with modern eyes, it serves as a reminder that art has long been used as a tool for social commentary. It prompts us to reflect on how far we have come in terms of gender equality while acknowledging that there is still work to be done.
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