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Comic postcard, Three sailors, one with a bottle, two without Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Three sailors, one with a bottle, two without Date: 20th century
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Alcohol Beer Bottle Longing Sailor Sailors
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Three Cheers for Sailor's Solace! A rollicking scene from the 20th century seafaring life, as depicted on this delightfully humorous comic postcard. Three jolly sailors, clad in their iconic navy uniforms, gather around a small table on a ship's deck. The camaraderie among the seafaring men is palpable, but only one of them seems to be partaking in the merriment. The sailor on the right, with a twinkle in his eye and a mischievous grin, holds aloft a bottle, its contents spilling over the edge, as if to share a toast with his shipmates. The other two sailors, however, remain bottleless, their expressions a mix of longing and amusement. One of them, with a knowing wink and a raised eyebrow, seems to be in on the joke, while the other looks on with a more quizzical expression. The playful banter and camaraderie among these sailors is a testament to the unique bond that forms among those who brave the high seas. This charming comic postcard, with its lighthearted take on the sailor's life, is a fun and nostalgic reminder of a bygone era. The intricate details of the sailors' uniforms, the worn wooden table, and the bottle's spilling contents add to the authenticity and charm of this delightful image.
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