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Fine Art Print : Comic postcard, Drinking man and vicar outside a pub Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Drinking man and vicar outside a pub Date: 20th century
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Media ID 23460888
© The Donald McGill Archive Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse. This charming composition features a classic comic postcard image of a mischievous moment between a drinking man and a vicar, captured outside a quintessential English pub in the 20th century. This print is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is rights managed, adding an authentic touch of history to your home or office decor. Bring a smile to your face and a sense of nostalgia with every glance. Order now and relive the simple pleasures of a bygone era.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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(Drinking man and vicar outside a pub, early 20th century) This delightfully humorous comic postcard captures the unexpected moment of camaraderie between a mischievous man and a surprised vicar outside an English pub. The man, with a cheeky grin, raises his pint glass in a toast, while the vicar, in his clerical attire, looks on in disbelief. The scene is set against the backdrop of a quintessential British pub, with skittles alley in the foreground, adding to the lively and festive atmosphere. The man's casual attire and the vicar's formal robes create a stark contrast, making the situation even more amusing. The man's relaxed and carefree demeanor is a stark contrast to the moralistic expectations one might associate with a clergyman. The vicar, seemingly out of place, holds a Bible in one hand and a wet umbrella in the other, as if he has been caught in an unexpected summer shower. The humor in this postcard lies in the unexpected encounter between the man and the vicar, as well as the playful subversion of societal expectations. The man's enjoyment of a pint of beer and the vicar's surprise at finding himself in such a situation make for a lighthearted and entertaining scene. This postcard is a charming reminder of the unexpected twists and turns that life can bring, and the importance of finding joy in the simple pleasures of life. The postcard is a classic example of the humorous and lighthearted style of Donald McGill postcards, which were popular in Britain during the early 20th century. The postcard's unique blend of humor, wit, and social commentary continues to delight collectors and history enthusiasts alike.
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