The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E4

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The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E4

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E4, Denotes Shrewdness. Date: 1927

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Chef Commercial Cook Nose Noses Saucepan Shrewd Shrewdness Spoon 1927 Games

EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing image captures a moment from The Nose Game, a popular pastime during the 1920s. In this scene, a group of men are intently focused on their card table, each holding a nose-shaped card with a number or letter designation. The man in the foreground, with a determined expression and a red cap, confidently places a spoon on the table, while the man to his left, a cook or chef, looks on with a knowing smile and a saucepan in hand. The other men in the background lean forward, their noses almost touching the table, as they consider their next move. The Nose Game, also known as "Nose-and-Fingers," was a simple yet entertaining card game that required players to remember the sequence of cards that were 'sniffed' or touched during each round. The game gained popularity in the 1920s due to its simplicity and the element of strategy it introduced. The game was believed to denote shrewdness and quick wit, making it a favorite among men in the workplace and social gatherings. This photograph, taken in 1927, captures the essence of the game and the camaraderie that came with it. The men's serious expressions and focused gaze convey the intensity of the game, while the chef's smile and the spoon in his hand add a touch of humor and levity to the scene. Overall, this image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the social and cultural practices of the 1920s.

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