Photo Mug > Humour > Postcard
Photo Mug : Comic postcard, Woman watching ships sail by - 3 hours 2d Date: early 20th century
Home Decor from Mary Evans Picture Library
Comic postcard, Woman watching ships sail by - 3 hours 2d Date: early 20th century
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23453324
© The Donald McGill Archive Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Ambiguous Cost Double Earrings Entendre Frilly Hire Hours Meaning Pence Pennies Petticoat Price Suggestive Twopence Underskirt Verbal Watching Elizabeth
Photo Mug
Bring a touch of nostalgia to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring this charming early 20th century comic postcard image of a woman serenely watching ships sail by, these mugs make for a delightful and personalized gift. The high-quality print on the mug preserves the intricate details of this Mary Evans Prints Online classic, ensuring that every sip brings a smile to your face. Perfect for tea or coffee, these sturdy mugs are a must-have for collectors and history enthusiasts alike.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
> Humour
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Chortle-worthy Scene from an Edwardian Seaside Holiday: 'Comic Postcard, Woman Watching Ships Sail By - 3 Hours 2d' (Early 20th Century) Step back in time with this delightfully humorous postcard from the early 20th century, titled 'Comic Postcard, Woman Watching Ships Sail By - 3 Hours 2d'. This charming piece of British seaside history transports us to an Edwardian resort, where a woman in a large, frilly green dress and a double hat adorned with flowers sits comfortably in a hired chair by the shore. The woman, with her arms resting on the armrests and her gaze fixed on the horizon, appears to be deep in thought as she watches the ships sail by. But, as with many a comic postcard, there's more to this scene than meets the eye. The ambiguous title, '3 Hours 2d', is an Edwardian-era verbal and visual play on words. In this context, '2d' refers to the cost of hiring the chair for three hours, which was a common practice at the time. However, the title also suggests a double meaning, as '2d' can also be interpreted as 'two pence' or 'tuppence', which could imply that the woman is watching the ships for 'two pennies worth' – a fun, lighthearted jest that would have amused the postcard's recipient. The woman's expression and the slight tilt of her head add to the playful nature of the image, making this postcard a delightful reminder of the lighter side of Edwardian life and the enduring appeal of the British seaside holiday.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
