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Comc postcard, Little boys playing cards
Comic postcard, Little boys playing cards Date: 20th century
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Media ID 23456394
© The Donald McGill Archive Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Donald Longing Lucky Mcgill Unlucky Verse
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring a touch of whimsy to your home decor with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the charming "Little Boys Playing Cards" image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This vintage comic postcard, dated from the 20th century, captures a delightful moment of boys deep in concentration as they play a card game. The intricate details and warm colors of this timeless image are beautifully preserved in our high-quality frames, making it a charming addition to any room. Elevate your interior design with a dash of nostalgia and playful energy.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.9cm (15.6" x 10.2")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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.
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This delightful 20th-century comic postcard, published by an unknown British publisher, captures the essence of innocent fun and camaraderie among young boys as they engage in a friendly game of cards. The image, brought to us by Mary Evans Picture Library, is a charming snapshot of a bygone era. The scene unfolds in a cozy, dimly lit room, with the warm glow of a fireplace casting a gentle, inviting light over the boys huddled around a small table. The eldest boy, with a serious expression and a smattering of freckles across his nose, deals the cards with practiced ease. His younger companions, all dressed in simple, turn-of-the-century attire, lean in intently, their eyes fixed on the cards in their hands. The caption beneath the image adds a touch of whimsy and humor, as it reads, "Three unlucky lads, playing for love and longing, but alas! The youngest, Donald McGill, drew the queen of hearts, and the game was over!" The playful verse, reminiscent of the popular "Uncle Donald" postcards, adds an extra layer of amusement to the already delightful image. The boys' expressions of disappointment and the youngest boy's dejected posture are sure to elicit a chuckle from the viewer. This postcard is a testament to the enduring appeal of simple pleasures and the joy of sharing a moment of fun with friends, even when the odds are stacked against you. It's a timeless reminder that, sometimes, the best part of the game is simply being in the game together.
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