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Comic postcard, Sea sickness in a rowing boat
Comic postcard, Sea sickness in a rowing boat Date: 20th century
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Donald Illness Mcgill Oars Rough Rowing Seasick Seasickness Sick Sickness Unhappy Waves
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Sea Sickness in a Rowing Boat
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- A Humorous Take on Holiday Mishaps This charming comic postcard, dated from the 20th century, captures the quintessential British holiday experience gone awry. The image depicts a man and a woman, both looking rather unhappy and green in the face, as they row their small boat through rough seas. The man clutches his stomach, while the woman leans over the side of the boat, trying to relieve her own discomfort. The waves crash around them, adding to the overall sense of unease and discomfort. The humor in this postcard lies in the exaggerated expressions and body language of the two figures. The man's wide-eyed, pained expression and the woman's dramatic, exaggerated heave over the side of the boat are both comically over-the-top, making light of the common mishap of seasickness on a holiday at the beach. The postcard is a classic example of the humorous and lighthearted style of Donald McGill, a well-known British postcard artist. McGill's work was known for its saucy innuendo and humorous take on everyday life, and this postcard is no exception. The rough seas and seasick passengers provide the perfect opportunity for a bit of fun and lightheartedness. Despite the discomfort and chaos depicted in the image, there is a sense of camaraderie and shared experience between the man and woman. They are in this together, and their shared misfortune only adds to the humor of the situation. This postcard is a reminder that even the most unpleasant experiences can provide moments of levity and laughter, and that a sense of humor can help us navigate even the roughest of seas.
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