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Coming home postcard, Mabel Lucie Attwell
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Coming home postcard, Mabel Lucie Attwell
The Nicest Thing About Going Away is to Get Back Home Again Date: circa 1930s
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Coming Home" is a charming and heartwarming postcard illustration by the beloved British artist Mabel Lucie Attwell, created in the 1930s. The image captures the simple pleasure of returning home after a journey, as a cheerful Mabel-like character, accompanied by her faithful dog, steps off a train and is greeted by her delighted pet puppy at the doorstep. The artist's signature whimsical style is on full display, with the endearing characters dressed in fashionable 1930s attire and the quaint English cottage in the background adorned with ivy and blooming flowers. The scene is set against the backdrop of a crisp autumn day, with leaves falling gently from the trees and a cozy teapot waiting on the table inside the house, suggesting the comfort and warmth that awaits the traveler. The artist's use of color and detail adds to the sense of nostalgia and happiness, making this postcard a perfect reminder of the simple joys of coming home. Mabel Lucie Attwell's illustrations were widely popular during the 1920s and 1930s, and her work continues to be cherished for its ability to capture the essence of a bygone era. This particular postcard, titled "The Nicest Thing About Going Away is to Get Back Home Again," is a testament to the enduring appeal of Attwell's art and the universal feeling of joy and comfort that comes with returning home after an absence. Whether sent as a thoughtful greeting for a loved one or kept as a cherished keepsake, this "Coming Home" postcard is sure to bring a smile to the face of anyone who values the simple pleasures of life and the warmth of home.
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