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Old Maid card game - Tickets Please - London Underground
Old Maid card game - Tickets Please - London Underground.
circa 1950s
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Media ID 14387620
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Badger Badgers Briefcase Collector Glasses Humanised Maid Mole Moles Spectacles Ticket Tickets Tube Underground Games
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage Old Maid card game print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This charming image, taken circa 1950s, captures the excitement of the classic Old Maid game as players eagerly await their turn, their Tickets Please from the London Underground in hand. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office with this beautifully printed photograph from the Media Storehouse range. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and vibrant inks to bring the essence of the past into the present.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.2cm x 31.4cm (8.3" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this charming vintage image of an Old Maid card game in progress aboard a London Underground train during the 1950s. The players, dressed in their Sunday best, are intently focused on the game spread out before them on the table, oblivious to the hustle and bustle of the bustling London Underground train around them. The Old Maid game, a classic and popular card game for generations, is represented here with a unique London Underground theme. Each player holds a ticket in hand, adding an extra layer of excitement and anticipation to the game. The Old Maid card, a special card without a matching partner, is depicted as a mischievous mole in a blue uniform, complete with a red cap and a briefcase. The other cards feature humanized moles and badgers, each wearing suits and carrying various accessories such as glasses, hats, and suitcases. The train interior is adorned with wooden panels and red upholstery, adding to the authenticity of the scene. The passengers in the background are dressed in dark suits and hats, creating a sense of order and formality. The overall atmosphere is one of leisurely enjoyment amidst the daily routine of commuting. This delightful photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when London's transport system was a little less hectic and a little more charming. It is a reminder of the simple joys of a game of cards and the enduring appeal of the London Underground, even during the bustling 1950s.
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