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Baby with comic verse on a Christmas and New Year card
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Baby with comic verse on a Christmas and New Year card
Baby with comic verse on a Christmas and New Year card. Date: circa 1890s
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Babies Puns Verbal Verse Wordplay Year
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A delightful turn-of-the-century Christmas and New Year card featuring a playful baby and a witty comic verse. Dressed in a frilly white outfit and seated on a plush red chair, the baby gazes up at the viewer with a mischievous grin. Above his head, a whimsical verse reads, "A Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year, With Health and Wealth, and Love ever near. But if we should fail in this, and Wealth and Health should wane, Let's hope, dear Baby, you'll grow up to be a clever Brain!" The use of wordplay and puns, a popular form of Victorian humor, adds a light-hearted touch to the festive greeting. The late Victorian era, characterized by its intricate detail and ornate designs, is reflected in the card's elegant border and intricate illustration. This charming card is a testament to the enduring appeal of humor and the joy of the holiday season.
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