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Inventions of Professor Lucifer Butts (anti-floor walking paraphernalia). Cartoon, 1932, by Reuben Lucius ( Rube ) Goldberg
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Inventions of Professor Lucifer Butts (anti-floor walking paraphernalia). Cartoon, 1932, by Reuben Lucius ( Rube ) Goldberg
RUBE GOLDBERG CARTOON.
Inventions of Professor Lucifer Butts (anti-floor walking paraphernalia). Cartoon, 1932, by Reuben Lucius ( Rube ) Goldberg
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1932 Apparatus Baby Cradle Crib Crow Diagram Funny Goldberg Idea Invention Machine Professor Reuben Butts Lucifer
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This hilarious cartoon print from 1932, titled "Inventions of Professor Lucifer Butts (anti-floor walking paraphernalia)" by the renowned American cartoonist Reuben Lucius Goldberg, showcases his signature wit and creativity. The image depicts a whimsical contraption designed to prevent babies from crawling on the floor. In typical Rube Goldberg fashion, the diagram shows an elaborate apparatus consisting of various interconnected gadgets and mechanisms. At first glance, it may seem like an absurdly complex solution to a simple problem. However, upon closer inspection, one can appreciate Goldberg's satirical commentary on human ingenuity and our tendency to overcomplicate things. The central focus of the invention is a baby cradle suspended high above the ground by a series of pulleys and ropes. Surrounding this contraption are additional comical elements such as men with guns ready to shoot any intruding crows or potential threats that might disturb the baby's peaceful slumber. Goldberg's genius lies in his ability to transform everyday scenarios into extraordinary feats of engineering marvels. Through this cartoon print, he invites us to laugh at ourselves while highlighting society's obsession with finding innovative solutions for even the most trivial problems. Overall, this vintage artwork captures both the spirit of early 20th-century American humor and Goldberg's unique brand of inventive comedy. It serves as a delightful reminder that sometimes laughter is indeed the best remedy for life's complexities.
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