Tweepersoonsstoel en bank after 1878

This print, titled "Tweepersoonsstoel en bank," showcases furniture designs from an anonymous artist. The designs reflect the cultural fascination with the exotic, specifically through the "Bandeuse bébé Turque" design. Its ornate detailing evokes an orientalist fantasy, a common theme during a time when Western society was actively colonizing and appropriating from the East. The use of rich fabrics and intricate patterns, while visually appealing, carries the weight of this historical context, raising questions about cultural exchange, power dynamics, and the representation of identity. These pieces invite us to reflect on the narratives we construct through design and consumption, and on the complex relationship between aesthetics, history, and identity.