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Comic postcard, Man and seaside landlady Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Man and seaside landlady Date: 20th century
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A Hilarious Encounter at the Seaside Boarding House: Man Meets Frumpish Landlady, 20th Century (Image: Comic Postcard) Step back in time to the quirky and whimsical world of 20th century British comic postcards with this delightful image of a man and a frumpy seaside landlady. The man, with a nervous expression on his face, stands timidly before the large, plump landlady, who is leaning out of the window of her boarding house or hotel, her apron adorned with various seaside souvenirs. The man clutches a suitcase and a wad of cash in his hand, presumably to make an advance payment. The landlady, with her disheveled hair, wrinkled dress, and beady eyes, exudes an air of distrust and skepticism. Her expression suggests that she's seen it all before and is not easily fooled. The man, on the other hand, looks like a wimp or a nervous Nelly, unsure of how to proceed. In the background, a fire escape can be seen, adding a touch of humor and irony to the scene. The man's fear of the landlady may be justified, as she seems to be of a size that could easily block the escape route in case of an emergency! This comic postcard by an unknown artist is a delightful snapshot of a bygone era, when humor and whimsy were an integral part of everyday life. The man's awkward encounter with the frumpish landlady is a classic example of the absurd and humorous situations that often arose in the quirky world of British seaside holidays.
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