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Comic postcard - plump man on the beach - I Can t See My Little Charlie Date
Comic postcard - plump man on the beach - I Can t See My Little Charlie Date: circa 1949
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I Can't See My Little Charlie Date!
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- A Humorous and Saucy 1940s Seaside Postcard This delightful comic postcard, dating back to circa 1949, captures the playful and cheeky spirit of the 1940s seaside resort experience. The image features a plump, rotund man wearing a red bathing suit, lying on the sandy beach with a bucket and spade nearby. His belly protrudes so much that a young boy, named "Charlie," is hiding underneath it. The man's expression is one of frustration, as he attempts to make out the face of his date, who is presumably hiding from him. The humorous and saucy caption, "I Can't See My Little Charlie Date!" adds to the fun and lighthearted atmosphere of the scene. The man's belly, which is described as immense, tum, tummy, or immense stomach, is a common comedic trope in 1940s popular culture. The use of the word "little" to describe Charlie, in contrast to the man's large size, adds to the playful and naughty tone of the postcard. The coastal resort setting, with its traditional bucket and spade, adds to the classic and nostalgic feel of the image. The man's red bathing suit and the boy's outfit are reminiscent of the fashion of the time, making this postcard a fun and silly reminder of summers past. Overall, this postcard is a charming and humorous representation of the carefree and lighthearted spirit of the 1940s seaside holiday.
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