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The British Workman: Painter (colour litho)
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The British Workman: Painter (colour litho)
6000859 The British Workman: Painter (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Painter. One of a set of postcards on the subject of The British Workman. Early 20th century. Postcards are not signed, but, on the basis of style, could be by Tom Browne.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22334682
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Decorating Incompetent Ladder Lazy Stereotype Stereotypes The British Workman Type Types Accidents Comics Entertaining
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This colorful lithograph print titled "The British Workman: Painter" captures the humorous and entertaining side of early 20th-century stereotypes. The image, part of a set of postcards featuring "The British Workman" depicts a painter in action. The artist's identity remains unknown as the postcards are not signed, but it is suggested that they could be by Tom Browne based on their style. In this particular scene, we see a lazy and incompetent painter attempting to decorate an interior space while perched precariously on a ladder. His lackadaisical attitude towards work is evident as he seems more interested in avoiding accidents than actually completing the task at hand. This comical portrayal highlights common stereotypes associated with workers during that era. The vibrant colors and attention to detail bring life to the scene, capturing both the chaos and humor surrounding this hapless painter's endeavors. Whether inside or outside, his antics seem to follow him wherever he goes. "The British Workman: Painter" serves as a reminder of how art can entertain us while shedding light on societal perceptions from times gone by. This print offers viewers an amusing glimpse into early 20th-century work culture through its clever depiction of laziness, incompetence, and relatable mishaps commonly associated with painters during that period.
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