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The Cutting Short of a Long Story by H M Bateman
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The Cutting Short of a Long Story by H M Bateman
The Cutting Short of a Long Story by H M Bateman, this illustration shows a man blowing up the tire on his bicycle. An old man possibly a vicar comes along and starts to tell a story, the tale takes so long to tell that the distracted man does not see that the wheel has been inflated beyond the capacity of the tire and it explodes, sending both men flying. Date: 1921
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Amusing Bateman Bicycle Blowing Capacity Cutting Distracted Explodes Inflated Sending Tale Tyre Tyres Vicar Wheel 1921 Short
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by H.M. Bateman: A Timeless Tale of Distraction and Humor This delightful illustration by renowned British cartoonist H.M. Bateman, created in 1921, captures the essence of distraction and the unexpected consequences of a long-winded story. The image showcases a man in the midst of inflating a tire on his bicycle. His focus is interrupted, however, by the approach of an old man, who, with a twinkle in his eye and a pipe clenched between his teeth, begins to spin an intriguing yarn. As the old man's tale unfolds, the man becomes increasingly engrossed in the story, oblivious to the tire's slow inflation. The tire, having reached its beyond its capacity, suddenly explodes, sending both the man and the old vicar flying through the air. The humorous punchline of Bateman's illustration lies in the irony of the situation: the man's inability to focus on the present task at hand due to the allure of a captivating story. Bateman's masterful use of visual storytelling and wit is evident in this illustration. The old man's exaggerated expression and the man's shocked reaction add to the comedic effect, while the background details, such as the bicycle and the old man's pipe, further enhance the setting and the overall mood of the scene. This charming illustration is a testament to Bateman's ability to capture the human condition in all its quirks and foibles. The Cutting Short of a Long Story remains a timeless piece of humor that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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