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Comic postcard, Man looking under his bed
Comic postcard, Man looking under his bed in a hotel room Date: 20th century
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Aged Bedroom Bedtime Boarding Donald Essential Item Mcgill Missing Pyjamas Stripy Verse
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1. Title: "The Elusive Pajama Top: A Middle-Aged Man's Late-Night Adventure". In this humorous comic postcard from the 20th century, a middle-aged man clad in stripy pyjamas and a worried expression is seen hunched under the bed in a hotel room. The room's dim light casts long, eerie shadows, adding to the sense of mystery and intrigue. The man's bedside lamp casts a warm, yellow glow on the scene, illuminating the man's determined face and the cluttered hotel room beyond. The man's bed is rumpled, suggesting a recent occupancy, and the room's decor is that of a bygone era - a reminder of the postcard's vintage origins. The man's missing pajama top, a crucial essential for a comfortable night's sleep, has no doubt sent him on this late-night quest. The comic postcard's verse reads, "Missing top, where could it be? Under the bed, I'll have to see. With a flashlight in hand, I'll take a stand, And search till I find, my pajama band." This light-hearted, fun, and funny comic postcard is reminiscent of the works of British comic artist Donald McGill, who was famous for his humorous postcards depicting everyday situations with a comical twist. The man's predicament is one that many can relate to - the frustration of losing a crucial item just when you need it most. The comic postcard's vintage charm and humorous verse make it a delightful addition to any collection.
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