Fine Art Print : WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Well, I m Blowed
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WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Well, I m Blowed
Well, I m Blowed! A young girl taking her puppy out for a walk, loses her hat to a sudden gust of wind! Date: circa 1942
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Media ID 11580671
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alarmed Amazement Breeze Breezy Cold Comedy Expression Gust Lead Loses Puppy Sudden Surprise Surprised Taking Walk Walkies Wind Windy Gusty
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints, featuring this charming Comic Postcard from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated circa 1942, this delightful image captures the essence of a simpler era, with a young girl and her puppy, their day interrupted by an unexpected gust of wind that sends her hat flying. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office with this beautifully printed, rights managed fine art print. Perfect for history enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone who appreciates the charm of the past.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.5cm x 53.3cm (13.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Well, I'm Blowed!
EDITORS COMMENTS
- A Charming and Humorous Snapshot of Life in the 1940s This delightful comic postcard, dated circa 1942, captures a moment of surprise and amusement from the home front during World War II. The image features a young girl, bundled up against the cold and breezy weather, as she takes her beloved puppy for a walk. Her expression is one of amazement and slight alarm as a sudden gust of wind sweeps her hat right off her head, leaving her momentarily taken aback. The girl's reaction, along with the playful title "Well, I'm Blowed!" adds a touch of humor to the scene, making it a charming reminder of the everyday experiences and simple joys that continued despite the challenges of war. The leaden skies and barren trees in the background hint at the harsh realities of the era, but the girl's determination to carry on with her walk and the antics of her playful pup remind us that even in the most trying of times, there is still room for laughter and lightheartedness. This postcard is a precious historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the past and providing a reminder of the resilience and spirit of those who lived through the 1940s. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of humor and the human ability to find joy in the smallest of moments, even in the midst of adversity.
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