The Graces of 1794 21 - 1794

"The Graces of 1794" (1794) by S.W. Fores, depicts three women in exaggerated, fashionable attire. The women are dressed in colorful, elaborate gowns and elaborate feathered hats, intended to satirize the latest trends. Fores, a known caricaturist, often produced satirical prints that focused on social commentary and popular culture. This print, with its exaggerated features, is a commentary on the changing fashions of the late 18th century, offering a glimpse into the trends of the time and the artist's witty observations.