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Comic postcard, couple in an art gallery
Comic postcard, couple in an art gallery where the Venus de Milo is on display -- If thats how woman ought to look, I fear they made a howling mess of you, my dear. Date: circa 1900s
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Aged Arts Bourgeois Comparison Gallery Milo Ordinary Philistine Plump Venus Visual
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This charming comic postcard from the 1900s captures the playful banter between a couple as they admire the timeless beauty of the Venus de Milo sculpture in an art gallery. The image features an ordinary middle-aged man and woman, both dressed in the fashion of the era, standing before the iconic Greek goddess of love and beauty. The woman turns to her husband with a concerned expression, pointing at the sculpture and quipping, "If that's how women ought to look, I fear they made a howling mess of you, my dear." The man, with a twinkle in his eye, laughs and places a reassuring hand on his wife's shoulder. The exchange between them is a testament to the enduring bond of their relationship and the lighthearted way they view the world around them. The background of the postcard is adorned with various paintings and sculptures, showcasing the rich artistic heritage of the gallery or museum. The classical motifs and the couple's bourgeois attire reflect the cultural sensibilities of the time. Despite the passing of time, this comic postcard continues to resonate with viewers, offering a glimpse into the past and the universal language of love and humor. The contrast between the idealized beauty of the Venus de Milo and the ordinary, plump, and aged couple serves to remind us that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes, and that the true essence of beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder.
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