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Saucy WWII Postcard - Hot Dog Stand
A saucy World War Two postcard from the US, depicting a glamourous Hot Dog and Ice Cream seller in skimpy attire - drawing favourable looks from the hungry GIs Date: circa 1940
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Media ID 7211787
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Beautiful Cream Forces Legs Seller Skimpy Stand Underwear
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and turmoil of World War II, a moment of pure joy and frivolity unfolds in this saucy postcard from the United States. The image, dated circa 1940, depicts a stunningly beautiful woman dressed in a skimpy outfit, serving up hot dogs and ice cream to a group of hungry and appreciative GIs. With her legs crossed and a playful smile on her face, she exudes an air of confidence and allure that is impossible to ignore. The soldiers, clad in their uniforms and looking up at the woman with admiration, are momentarily transported from the harsh realities of war to a simpler time. The hot dog stand, with its red and white striped awning and steam rising from the grills, adds to the idyllic scene. In the background, a scoop of ice cream is being scooped into a cone, ready to be handed to yet another soldier. The woman's outfit, while revealing and provocative by today's standards, was considered daring and exciting during the 1940s. Her skimpy attire, which includes a low-cut top and high-waisted shorts, was designed to turn heads and lift the spirits of the troops. The postcard, with its bold colors and playful tone, is a testament to the power of a simple moment of pleasure and connection, even in the midst of war. This saucy postcard is a reminder of the human side of World War II, a time when love, laughter, and joy could still be found amidst the chaos and hardship. It is a glimpse into the past, a moment frozen in time, and a reminder of the enduring power of human connection.
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