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The washerwoman knows the defects of the village, 1932 (colour litho)
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The washerwoman knows the defects of the village, 1932 (colour litho)
473433 The washerwoman knows the defects of the village, 1932 (colour litho) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humorous illustration of an Indian proverb; front and verso of a cigarette card from the Churchman series of Eastern Proverbs ; the golden age of cigarette cards was from the late 19th century until the Second World War and were immensely popular both as collector items and as a source of instruction, entertainment and amusement before the widespread use of television and radio; ); English, out of copyright
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Advice Amusement Clothes Line Collectors Counsel Eastern Faults Folk Wisdom Gossip Instruction Laundry Linge Philosophy Proverb Proverbs Psychology Publicity Rene Vintage Card Washerwoman Washing Wisdom Social History
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The Washerwoman Knows the Defects of the Village, 1932
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is a captivating and humorous lithograph that captures the essence of an Indian proverb. Created by Rene Bull in 1932, this artwork showcases a vintage cigarette card from the Churchman series of Eastern Proverbs. In this illustration, we see a washerwoman diligently hanging clothes on a clothesline while surrounded by picturesque village scenery. The vibrant colors bring life to the scene, adding to its charm and appeal. The image cleverly portrays the wisdom embedded in Indian culture through its use of humor and wit. The golden age of cigarette cards was marked by their popularity as collector items and sources of instruction, entertainment, and amusement before television and radio became widespread. This particular card offers both educational value and comic relief as it imparts folk wisdom about human faults. Through this artwork, Bull reminds us that even seemingly ordinary individuals like washerwomen possess valuable knowledge about their surroundings. They are privy to village gossip and have keen insights into people's flaws - hence "the defects of the village". It serves as a reminder that wisdom can be found in unexpected places if we take time to observe our surroundings closely. Overall, "The Washerwoman Knows the Defects of the Village" is not only visually appealing but also thought-provoking. It invites viewers to reflect on human nature while appreciating both traditional proverbs and vintage art forms.
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