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Man with an insect on his nose on a novelty postcard
Man with an insect on his nose on a novelty postcard. Date: circa 1900s
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming and whimsical postcard, dating back to the early 1900s, captures the unexpected moment of a man's encounter with an insect on his nose. The man, dressed in a smart bowtie and shirt, appears to be in a state of mild surprise and amusement, with his eyes wide and his mouth slightly agape. The insect, perched precariously on the tip of his nose, is a bee or a wasp, its tiny wings spread wide as if ready for takeoff. The comic and humorous nature of the image is heightened by the man's exaggerated facial expression and the insect's seemingly audacious presence. The image is reminiscent of the slapstick humor popular during the early 20th century, where the unexpected and the absurd were often used to elicit laughter and delight. Despite the playful tone of the image, it also speaks to the natural world and the often unpredictable encounters we have with insects, even in the most mundane of settings. The man's reaction, a mix of surprise and amusement, is one that many of us can relate to when encountering an unwelcome guest on our person. This novelty postcard is a delightful snapshot of a bygone era, and a reminder of the simple joys and amusements that have long captured the human imagination. The image, with its timeless appeal and sense of humor, continues to bring a smile to our faces and a sense of wonder to our day.
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