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This is a vintage illustration depicting a humorous scene on a tennis court. The image shows three characters: two women playing doubles against one man. One of the women, in an energetic and somewhat awkward pose, leaps into the air with her skirt flying up as she attempts to hit the tennis ball overhead with her racket. Her facial expression suggests surprise or intense concentration. The other woman stands ready behind her partner, holding her racket and watching the play unfold with a slight look of concern or anticipation. On the opposite side of the net, we see their male opponent who appears to be waiting for his chance to return the serve or volley. In addition to these characters, there are spectators in the background observing from under umbrellas and trees that line what looks like a country club setting. Text above reads "UN MAUVAIS COUP DU SHORT" which translates from French as "A bad shot from shorts, " suggesting perhaps that it's not just about hitting the ball but also managing wardrobe mishaps during athletic endeavors. Below this text is another phrase "LA VIE PARISIENNE, " indicating that this scene may be intended to represent Parisian life. At bottom left corner there's additional text saying: - Rattrape d'abord la balle ! Tu rattraperas ta culotte ensuite !! Which means: - Catch the ball first! You'll catch your panties afterwards!! The artist's signature can be seen at lower right-hand side of the image.
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