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Comic postcard, Large woman at the dentists Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Large woman at the dentists Date: 20th century
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- A Humorous 20th Century Comic Postcard Depiction of a Large Woman's Visit to the Dentist This delightful 20th century comic postcard, titled "A Bit on the Side," showcases a plump woman's unexpected encounter at the dentist's office. The image, filled with British humor, portrays a large woman dressed in a bright red dress, sitting in the dentist's chair with a look of surprise on her face. The dentist, a man with a stern expression, is leaning over her, pointing to her left side with a long dental instrument. The caption above the scene reads, "Double meaning! Top set of teeth - bottom set of teeth!" The double entendre in the caption adds an extra layer of amusement to the scene. The phrase "top set of teeth" refers to the upper teeth, while "bottom set of teeth" could be interpreted as a reference to the woman's ample bottom. This playful use of language is a common element in British humor and adds to the overall fun and lighthearted nature of the postcard. The large woman's expression and posture convey a sense of embarrassment and surprise, while the dentist's stern demeanor and focused expression suggest that he is oblivious to the double meaning of his words. The contrast between the woman's reaction and the dentist's obliviousness adds to the humor of the scene. This charming comic postcard, with its clever use of language and humorous depiction of a common, albeit awkward, situation, is a great example of the lighthearted and entertaining nature of 20th century British comic postcards.
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