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Poster Print : Comic postcard, Man and woman with caged birds Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Man and woman with caged birds Date: 20th century
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Media ID 23460788
© The Donald McGill Archive Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Budgerigar Budgie Cage Caged Deaf Donald Double Entendre Mcgill Meaning Mishearing Misunderstanding Rude Verbal Word Budgerigars Budgies Misheard
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Comic Postcard print from the Media Storehouse collection. This charming image, dated from the 20th century, features a man and woman delighting in the company of caged birds. The playful comic style adds a touch of whimsy to this nostalgic piece. Sourced from the extensive archive at Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed print is a must-have for those who appreciate the elegance and charm of a bygone era.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.2cm x 61.5cm (15.8" x 24.2")
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A delightfully humorous 20th century comic postcard featuring a man and a woman, each holding a caged bird - a budgie or budgerigar, to be precise. The double entendre title of this playful image is "Man and Woman with Caged Birds." The man, with a mischievous grin, appears to be whispering something into the ear of the woman, who looks surprised and slightly amused. Her expression suggests she might have misheard him, leading to an amusing misunderstanding. The man's caption reads, "I said, 'Will you buy this budgie?'" while the woman's reads, "I thought you said, 'Will you buy this budgie, Donald?'" This comic postcard is a classic example of British humor from the 20th century, with a touch of the unexpected and the absurd. The use of the name "Donald" in the woman's caption adds an extra layer of humor, as it might be a common name or an inside joke, further enhancing the comedic effect. The caged birds in the image serve as a visual metaphor for the situation, symbolizing the man's attempt to "capture" the woman's heart with his words. The birds' bright colors and lively expressions add to the overall charm and whimsy of the image. This postcard is a fun and lighthearted reminder of the power of misheard words and the importance of clear communication, making it a delightful addition to any collection of vintage comic postcards or humorous memorabilia.
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