Butterfly on her shoulder by Suzanne Meunier
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Butterfly on her shoulder by Suzanne Meunier
1920s woman holding a parasol, looking at a butterfly that has landed on her shoulder.
1926
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Butterfly Meunier Parasol Shoulder Slip Suzanne 1926 Short
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Whisper of Wings - A 1920s Lady's Encounter with a Butterfly In this 1920s illustration by the renowned artist Suzanne Meunier, a graceful woman, dressed in the height of fashion for the era, finds herself in a serene moment of connection with nature. The year is 1926, and the woman, adorned in a chic slip dress, short bobbed hair, and holding a parasol, stands still in a garden. Her elegant attire, reminiscent of the flapper style popular during the 1920s, contrasts beautifully with the delicate beauty of the natural world around her. As she gazes intently at the vibrant colors of a butterfly that has alighted on her shoulder, she appears lost in the simple pleasure of the moment. The butterfly, with its intricate wings spread wide, seems to be sharing its beauty and fragility with her. The parasol, once a symbol of protection from the sun, now serves as a gentle barrier between the woman and the outside world, allowing her to fully appreciate the intimate encounter. Meunier's skillful use of color and detail in this illustration transports us to a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple joys of nature were cherished. This timeless image invites us to pause, reflect, and appreciate the beauty that can be found in the smallest of moments.
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