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Comic postcard, couple bathing in the sea
Comic postcard, couple bathing in the sea Date: 20th century
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Title: "A Dip to Ease the Arthritis!" - A Humorous 20th Century Comic Postcard This delightful comic postcard, dated from the 20th century, showcases a light-hearted moment between a middle-aged couple at the seaside. The scene is set at the beach, with the clear blue waters of the sea stretching out before them. The husband, a rotund man with a worried expression, is seen wading into the water, wearing a striped swimsuit and a cap, while his wife, a plump woman with a smirk on her face, encourages him from the shore. The caption above the image reads, "A Dip to Ease the Arthritis!" adding to the humorous tone of the postcard. The husband, who appears to be a 'wimp' or 'wimpish' man, is portrayed as being reluctant to enter the water, possibly due to his fear of the cold or his perceived lack of fitness. His wife, on the other hand, seems to be enjoying the situation, poking fun at her husband's apprehension and encouraging him to take the plunge for his health. The postcard is reminiscent of the classic British seaside humor, often seen in the works of artists such as Donald McGill. The couple's exaggerated body types and the humorous caption add to the overall fun and light-heartedness of the image, making it a perfect memento from a bygone era of holidays by the sea. The postcard is a testament to the enduring power of humor to bring joy and laughter to our lives, even in the most mundane situations.
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