Man en vrouw bij een krantenkiosk 1921

Jean Emile Laboureur made this print titled 'Man en vrouw bij een krantenkiosk' using engraving techniques. Laboureur was working in France during the early 20th century, a period marked by significant social change, including evolving gender roles and the rise of mass media. In this work, Laboureur presents us with a scene that seems simple, yet it subtly engages with these shifts. The woman, dressed in a modern style, stands confidently, reading a paper. Her attire and engagement with the news suggest a departure from traditional representations of women. The rigid lines and geometric forms give the scene a sense of modernity. The artist presents an urban tableau of the era. Laboureur invites us to reflect on how access to information shapes identity and participation in public life. The choice to depict a woman as an informed and engaged citizen is a powerful statement, reflecting and perhaps shaping the evolving role of women in society.