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Caricatures

A photograph showing a series of five toy characters, in caricature style with abnormally large noses, dressed in uniforms of similar but different professions. Date: circa 1916

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This charming and whimsical photograph, dating back to circa 1916, showcases a delightful series of five toy caricatures. Each toy character, rendered in caricature style, boasts an exaggeratedly large nose that adds to their endearing and humorous appearance. The toys are dressed in uniforms of similar but distinct professions, adding an element of playful satire to the image. The first toy character, dressed in a firefighter's uniform, holds a hose and wears a helmet adorned with a large red badge. The second toy, dressed as a soldier, salutes with a toy rifle slung over his shoulder. The third character, dressed as a police officer, holds a toy baton and wears a badge on his chest. The fourth toy character, dressed as a doctor, carries a toy stethoscope and medical bag. Lastly, the fifth toy character, dressed as a sailor, holds a toy steering wheel and wears a captain's hat. The vibrant colors of the photograph bring the caricatures to life, making them stand out against the neutral background. The image is reminiscent of a colorful spread in a magazine from the era, possibly from the July volume of an unattributed publication. The exact origin of this photograph is unknown, but it remains a delightful snapshot of the playful spirit of the early 20th century.

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