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How they pop the question, the confidential style (colour litho)
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How they pop the question, the confidential style (colour litho)
3641765 How they pop the question, the confidential style (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: How they pop the question, the confidential style. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23118180
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Bottle Bottled Bottles Bottling Comical Confidential Demure Pleased Proposal Proposing Question Shyness Smile Ways Widow Entertaining Joke
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This colorful lithograph captures a humorous scene from the early 20th century, titled "How they pop the question, the confidential style". The print depicts a man and woman engaged in a playful exchange as he proposes marriage. The postcard format suggests that it was meant to entertain and amuse its recipients. The man is shown holding a card with a mischievous smile on his face, while the woman appears demure yet intrigued by his advances. They are surrounded by bottles, perhaps symbolizing liquid courage or an attempt to lighten the seriousness of such an important question. The artist, Joseph Clayton Clarke (Kyd), known for his comic illustrations, skillfully portrays this comical moment with wit and charm. His use of vibrant colors adds to the jovial atmosphere of the scene. This print offers insight into Victorian-era courtship customs and societal expectations surrounding proposals. It also highlights how humor played a role in navigating these delicate situations. Overall, "How they pop the question, the confidential style" is an entertaining glimpse into English culture during this period. Its lighthearted nature makes it both amusing and relatable across time and cultures.
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