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Tennis Illustrated - Comic Postcard - Our Advantage
Tennis Illustrated - Comic Postcard - Our Advantage A romantic liason between the local Bobby (Definitely off the Beat!) and a parlour maid, allows the perfect opportunity for Fingers Morris and Baby-Faced Billy the Bag to make off with some swag. Date: circa 1903
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This charming yet mischievous comic postcard from Tennis Illustrated, dated circa 1903, captures a moment of romantic intrigue and opportunistic crime. In the silhouetted scene, a dashing bobby, or police officer, named Bobby, is caught in a passionate kiss with a pretty parlour maid. The momentary distraction allows two cunning criminals, Fingers Morris and Baby-Faced Billy the Bag, to take advantage of the situation and make off with some swag. The scene is set on a tennis court, with the shadowy figures of Morris and Billy sneaking away in the background, each carrying a bag laden with stolen goods. Bobby, oblivious to the crime unfolding behind him, continues to passionately embrace the maid, his back turned to the action. The illustration, titled "Our Advantage," showcases the clever use of shadows and silhouettes to add depth and mystery to the scene. The criminals' faces are hidden in the darkness, while the romantic couple is illuminated, highlighting the contrast between love and crime. The comic postcard also features the signatures of renowned illustrators Percy Bradshaw and Vernon, adding to its historical significance and value. This delightful and intriguing image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the interplay of romance, crime, and opportunity in early 20th-century society.
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