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Racing Illustrated - A doubtful starter
Racing Illustrated - A doubtful starter - a seaside donkey is les than keen on taking a corpulent holidaymaker for a stroll across the sand... Date: circa 1903
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Allegory Anger Attendant Bradshaw Corpulent Digging Donkey Doubtful Driver Heels Holidaymaker Horseracing Jolly Laughing Moving Mule Percy Refusing Ride Rides Sailor Sand Starter Vernon
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Racing Illustrated: A Doubtful Starter" - this charming turn-of-the-century photograph captures a moment of light-hearted humor at the seaside. The image, circa 1903, depicts a plump holidaymaker attempting to coax a reluctant donkey named Percy into giving him a ride across the sand. The jolly, round man, with his corpulent frame and cheerful expression, stands in stark contrast to the skeptical donkey, Vernon Bradshaw, who seems less than eager to oblige. Percy's ears are pinned back, and his eyes are filled with a mixture of doubt and annoyance as he digs his heels into the sand, refusing to move. The donkey attendant, a sailor with a hearty laugh, looks on, amused by the scene unfolding before him. The man's attempts to cajole Percy into action only seem to fuel the donkey's resistance, adding to the amusing tableau. This humorous image is a delightful allegory for the challenges and frustrations of life, as well as an intriguing glimpse into the history of seaside entertainment. The photograph's title, "Racing Illustrated: A Doubtful Starter," adds an element of whimsy, as if to suggest that even the most unlikely of races can be filled with excitement and humor. The photograph's composition, with the man's red and white striped trousers and the donkey's harness contrasting against the golden sand and blue sea, creates a visually striking and memorable image. This charming photograph is sure to bring a smile to the face of anyone who appreciates the absurdities of life and the enduring appeal of a good joke.
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