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And mony a night we've merry been, and mony mae we hope to be! (colour litho)
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And mony a night we've merry been, and mony mae we hope to be! (colour litho)
8656033 And mony a night we've merry been, and mony mae we hope to be! (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: And mony a night we've merry been, and mony mae we hope to be! Two drunk men being arrested by a policeman in Piccadilly Circus, London. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38300300
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Bible (character) Devil Distortion Drunk Lucifer Police Officer Temptation
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This colorful lithograph captures a humorous and slightly chaotic scene in early 20th century London. Two drunken men are being arrested by a stern-looking policeman in the bustling Piccadilly Circus. The caption below reads, "And mony a night we've merry been, and mony mae we hope to be!"
The image is filled with details that add to the comedic nature of the scene - from the devilish figure lurking in the background to the exaggerated expressions on the faces of both the drunkards and the officer. It's clear that this postcard was meant to poke fun at alcohol consumption and perhaps serve as a cautionary tale about overindulgence.
Despite its satirical tone, there is an underlying sense of camaraderie between these characters. The phrase "mony a night we've merry been" suggests that these men have shared many good times together, even if those times have led them into trouble on this particular evening.
Overall, this print serves as a reminder of both the joys and pitfalls of excessive drinking, while also capturing a snapshot of life in London during this time period.
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