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Comic postcard, Little girl scrubbing the front step Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Little girl scrubbing the front step Date: 20th century
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A Choreful Surprise! - A 20th Century Comic Postcard This delightful comic postcard, hailing from the 20th century, showcases a little girl named Donald McGill's trademark wit and humor. The image captures a young girl named 'Betty' in her Sunday best, kneeling on the front step of a quaint British house, diligently scrubbing away at the dirt with a bucket, brush, and cloth in hand. Her expression is one of determination and focus, oblivious to the amusing chaos unfolding behind her. As we peer around the corner, we discover a series of unexpected events: a mischievous dog playing with a broom, a cat tip-toeing through a puddle, and a surprised-looking chicken peeking out from behind the girl's skirt. The scene is filled with whimsical details, from the overturned watering can to the piles of laundry and gardening tools scattered about. Donald McGill, a renowned British comic artist, was famous for his humorous postcards, which often featured playful, double-entendre captions. This charming postcard is no exception, as the title, "A Choreful Surprise!" hints at the hidden amusement waiting to be discovered. The combination of the girl's earnest effort and the chaotic scene behind her creates a delightful contrast, making this postcard a fun and lighthearted reminder of the unexpected twists and turns that life can bring, even while tackling the most mundane of chores.
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