La Crinoline-Abri 1848

"La Crinoline-Abri" is a satirical lithograph by Charles Vernier, created in 1848. It depicts a woman, wearing a large crinoline, providing shelter to another woman from the rain. The image humorously critiques the fashion trend of crinolines, which were popular in the mid-19th century, by exaggerating their size and highlighting their impracticality. The artwork, rendered in a detailed and expressive style, reflects the social commentary and artistic trends of the time, capturing the essence of the era through its wit and visual representation.