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Historical Context Of The 30's

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The front cover of the edition published on November 1st, 1939, photographed by Horst. P Host. The edition was called “Vanity Issue”, and the three models are Helen Bennett, Muriel Maxwell and Bettina Bolegard. What stands out on this cover is that three models are depicted, which is unusual for Vogue. Historical Context The 30’s were only shortly after the ‘roaring 20’s’, which describes a time of financial and economic prosperity in America, not only for men but also for women. Because of this, women could gain a stand in the workforce. In addition, getting the right to vote allowed women to be more present in the public. By overall becoming more engaged economically and politically, many women also felt more sexually liberated, as the belief for sexual equality started to emerge. Cultural Context …show more content…

Horst, who shot more than 90 covers for Vogue, was known for combining ‘radical compositions, nudity, double exposures and other avant-garde techniques” (Artsy). He “believed in the power of beauty and was not afraid to strive for it” (Shawn Waldron, Vogue). The representation of women changed after the 1930’s as they started gaining their rights again which allowed certain attitudes to emerge. The historical context relates to the cover, as we can see three women, which is unusual for a Vogue cover. They are positioned in a way that symbolizes union and power, with little clothing, which is implied by the head and shoulder shot lacking clothing. This highlights the sexual liberty of that time. Horst’s positioning of the women in a circle is typical for his geometric eye, but it creates a symbol of union, inclusion and completeness. This is emphasized by two of them holding their

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