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WASP AT A PICNIC
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WASP AT A PICNIC
Awful appearance of a wopps at a picnic: picnic guests are severely bothered when a rather large wasp takes an interest in their food, one of the hazards of outdoor eating Date: circa 1840
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Media ID 20151813
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1840 Appearance Awful Bothered Creepy Eating Guests Hazards Interest Picnic Picnics Severely Takes Wasp Wasps
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing image from circa 1840 captures the awkward moment at a picnic when a rather large wasp makes an unwelcome appearance. The scene is filled with the delightful sights and sounds of a quintessential outdoor gathering, with picnic guests enjoying food and drink under the shade of trees. However, the peaceful atmosphere is disrupted as one unfortunate soul looks on in horror as a wasp takes a keen interest in their spread. The wasp, with its menacing wings spread wide, hovers ominously above the table, its antennae twitching as it assesses the tantalizing array of edibles before it. The other picnic-goers react with a mix of alarm and disgust, their expressions a testament to the universally shared disdain for these flying, buzzing creatures. The awkwardness of the situation is further emphasized by the elegant attire of the picnic guests, who seem to be from the upper echelons of society. The contrast between their refined appearance and the uninvited intrusion of the wasp adds to the surreal and humorous quality of the image. Despite the unpleasant interruption, the picnic continues, with the guests attempting to shield their food from the persistent wasp. The scene is a reminder that even in the most idyllic of settings, nature can sometimes assert its presence in the most unexpected ways, adding a touch of the unexpected and the unwelcome to our outdoor experiences.
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