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Three frogs weightlifting on a German postcard
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Three frogs weightlifting on a German postcard
Three frogs weightlifting in the gym on a German postcard. Date: circa 1890s
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Anthropomorphism Chairs Fitness Frog Frogs Heavy Humanised Lift Lifting Physical Reptile Reptiles Weight Weights Weightlifting
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1. Title: "Frogs in Training: A Humorous Take on Weightlifting in the 1890s German Gym" Step back in time to the late 1890s with this charming postcard depicting an amusing scene of three anthropomorphic frogs engaged in weightlifting at a German gym. The frogs, each dressed in gym attire and sitting on weightlifting chairs, are focused and determined as they lift heavy weights with great effort. Their green scaled skin and bulging eyes add a touch of whimsy and humor to the otherwise serious scene of physical fitness. Anthropomorphism, the attribution of human qualities and behaviors to non-human entities, was a popular artistic trend during the late 19th century. This postcard is a prime example of this artistic style, as it humanizes these frogs and imbues them with the desire to be fit and strong. The use of comic elements, such as the exaggerated weights and the frogs' determined expressions, adds to the overall lightheartedness of the image. The gym setting further emphasizes the seriousness of the frogs' training regimen. The weights and chairs are reminiscent of those found in actual weightlifting gyms of the time, adding authenticity to the scene. The presence of the weights and the gym setting also speaks to the growing popularity of weightlifting as a fitness trend during the late 1800s. This postcard is a delightful reminder of the playful and humorous ways in which art and popular culture of the past captured the imagination of the public. It is a testament to the enduring appeal of anthropomorphism and the human desire to find humor in the most unexpected places.
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