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Comic postcard, Waitress answering mans question Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Waitress answering mans question Date: 20th century
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Answer Beer Bottle Bradshaw Cafe Donald Double Entendre Mcgill Meaning Misunderstanding Question Restaurant Serving Tables Verbal Waitress
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A Classic Comic Moment: Waitress Serves Up Double Meaning! (Comic Postcard, Date: 20th Century) Step back in time with this delightfully humorous comic postcard, capturing a charming yet misunderstood interaction between a curious man and a pretty waitress in a British café or restaurant. The scene is set in the 20th century, where the art of verbal wit and double entendres was an essential part of everyday life. The man, with a quizzical expression, leans forward, asking the young waitress a question. She, a picture of elegance and grace, tilts her head slightly, her eyes twinkling with amusement as she answers. The man, oblivious to the double meaning of her response, looks on in confusion, while the women at the neighboring table can't help but giggle. The waitress, with a knowing smile, places a bottle and a glass on the table before the man, who looks even more perplexed. Is she offering him a drink, or something else entirely? The comic postcard leaves the punchline open to interpretation, allowing the viewer to join in the fun and imagine the man's reaction. This charming comic postcard is reminiscent of the works of renowned British comic artists like Donald McGill and Bradshaw, who were masters of the art of the innuendo and the double entendre. It's a lighthearted reminder of a bygone era, where humor was found in the most unexpected places and misunderstandings could lead to some of the most memorable moments.
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