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Comic postcard, A pair of bellows Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, A pair of bellows Date: 20th century
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Bellows Blow Donald Double Entendre Expensive Mcgill Meaning Restaurant Verbal
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1. Title: "A Pair of Bellows: An Expensive Bite of Humor!" 2. Delve into the whimsical world of 20th-century British comic postcards with this delightful image titled "A Pair of Bellows." This humorous postcard, brimming with double entendres and verbal wit, is sure to tickle your funny bone! 3. In the foreground, a pair of bellows sits prominently on a table, their metal frames gleaming in the dimly lit room. The bellows, an essential tool for photographers and printers, are often used to force air into the camera or printing press. But in this comic postcard, they take on a whole new meaning. 4. The caption beneath the image reads, "These bellows are a real blowout! They cost an arm and a leg, but they're worth it - they blow up such delicious food!" The double meaning of "blow up" is both a reference to the bellows' function and a playful innuendo, implying that the food they produce is exceptionally tasty and expensive. 5. The overall design of the postcard is simple yet effective, with the image contrasting beautifully against the bright red text. The use of humor and wordplay is reminiscent of the iconic Donald McGill postcards, which gained popularity in the UK during the early 20th century. 6. This comic postcard is a testament to the power of language and the human imagination. It invites us to look beyond the surface and appreciate the hidden meanings and jokes that lie within. So, take a moment to enjoy the laughter and lightheartedness that "A Pair of Bellows" has to offer!
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