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Comic postcard, Second Hand Whatnot For Sale with finely turned legs
Comic postcard, Second Hand Whatnot For Sale with finely turned legs and fancy drawers Date: early 20th century
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Ankles Attractive Donald Double Drawers Entendre Fancy Finely Frilly Legs Mcgill Meaning Petticoat Sale Sales Turned Verbal Whatnot Furniture
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Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, and feast your eyes on this delightful find from a bygone era! Behold the charming Comic Postcard titled "Second Hand Whatnot For Sale with finely turned legs and fancy drawers." This early 20th-century gem is sure to tickle your funny bone and bring a smile to your face. In this whimsical scene, a young, pretty woman with an Edwardian hat and a red dress stands proudly in front of her shop window, displaying an assortment of second-hand whatnots for sale. The double entendre in the title is not lost on us – those "finely turned legs" belong not only to the woman but also to the ornate table and chair displayed in the window. And those "fancy drawers" are both a reference to the undergarments the woman is wearing and the decorative cabinets in the shop. The woman's ankles peek out from under her frilly petticoat, adding to the playful nature of the image. Her hand rests casually on the table, as if inviting potential customers to come in and explore the wares. The table and chair, with their intricately turned legs and ornate details, are the epitome of Edwardian elegance. This Comic Postcard, with its clever wordplay and charming illustration, is a true treasure from the past. It's a reminder that humor and wit have been a part of our cultural fabric for generations, and that a good pun never goes out of style.
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