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The Joneses Holiday Beano by H. M. Bateman
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The Joneses Holiday Beano by H. M. Bateman
A couple in a motorbike and sidecar find themselves bullied on the road by charabancs full of braying holidaymakers.
1926
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The Joneses' Holiday: A Humorous Take on Motorized Day Trips in 1920s Britain by H.M. Bateman In this delightful cartoon by renowned British satirical illustrator H.M. Bateman, titled "The Joneses' Holiday," we find ourselves transported back to the roaring twenties, an era of motorized adventures and carefree day trips. The scene unfolds on a bustling road, where a determined couple, Mr. and Mrs. Jones, make their way on a motorbike and sidecar, their faces set with determination and excitement. However, their journey is about to be disrupted by a seemingly unending convoy of charabancs, the popular buses of the time, filled to the brim with boisterous holidaymakers. The charabanc drivers, with their arms out the windows, mockingly wave and taunt the couple, their laughter echoing through the air. The Joneses, undeterred, press on, their expressions a mix of amusement and annoyance. The charabancs, in their exuberance, seem to be relishing the opportunity to bully the smaller vehicle, their passengers braying with laughter. Bateman's masterful use of line and shading brings this humorous moment to life, capturing the essence of a bygone era. The charcoal and ink illustration is a testament to the artist's ability to find humor in the everyday, making "The Joneses' Holiday" a timeless piece of cartoon art that continues to resonate with audiences today. This image, from the Estate of H.M. Bateman, is available for licensing through Mary Evans Picture Library. Let this charming depiction of 1920s motoring transport you to a world of laughter and adventure.
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