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Greetings Card : Comic postcard, Cold weather conversation Date: early 20th century
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Comic postcard, Cold weather conversation Date: early 20th century
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Media ID 23428762
© The Donald McGill Archive Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Broom Brush Cold Conversation Donald Double Drip Dripping Entendre Hands Hole Mcgill Meaning Misunderstanding Muff Nose Patch Patched Pockets Scruffy Shocked Suggestive Sweeping Trousers Verbal Warm Workman Workmen Runny
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our charming selection from the Media Storehouse range of vintage greeting cards. Featuring this delightful comic postcard from the early 20th century, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, these cards capture the essence of a bygone era. Perfect for adding a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence, our collection also includes a variety of cold weather conversation themes, making them an ideal choice for those cozy winter months. Bring a smile to someone's face with these unique and beautifully designed cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.5cm x 12.5cm (6.5" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A Chilly Exchange: A Delightful Edwardian Misunderstanding (Comic Postcard, Early 20th Century) This charming and humorous comic postcard, hailing from the early 20th century, captures a delightful moment of misunderstanding between two scruffy-looking individuals bundled up against the cold winter weather. The scene is set in a snowy landscape, with both the woman and man wearing heavy coats, hats, and muffs to keep warm. The woman, with a red nose and dripping hands, reaches into her pocket and pulls out a brush, while the man, equally bundled up, pulls out a broom. With a surprised expression, the man exclaims, "What's this, dear?" to which the woman, equally shocked, replies, "Why, a suggestion, my dear!" The double entendre of the situation is further emphasized by the man's patchy trousers and the woman's suggestive pose, adding an extra layer of humor to the scene. The comic postcard, reminiscent of the works of famous British illustrators like Donald McGill, is a testament to the playful and lighthearted nature of Edwardian-era popular culture. The cold weather, with its dripping noses and runny hands, provides the perfect backdrop for this misunderstanding, as the pair engage in a conversation that is both innocent and suggestive. The postcard's use of humor and innuendo, combined with its beautiful illustration, makes it a delightful addition to any collection of vintage comic art.
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