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Comic postcard, Drunken man in the street, hanging onto a belisha beacon
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Comic postcard, Drunken man in the street, hanging onto a belisha beacon
Comic postcard, Drunken man in the street, hanging onto a belisha beacon, seeing triple and feeling ill Date: 20th century
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This delightfully humorous and quintessentially British comic postcard captures the lighthearted chaos of an intoxicated man's night out in the moonlit streets. The man, with a mischievous grin and a belly full of ale, clings to a belisha beacon for support, his eyes wide with wonder as he gazes at the three reflections of himself in the glass. The double entendre of the title adds an extra layer of fun to this playful scene. "Seeing triple and feeling ill" refers to both the man's physical state and the visual illusion created by the reflections. The phrase "keeping down the triple" also has a verbal pun, suggesting the man's attempts to keep his balance while dealing with the effects of too many drinks. The man's disheveled appearance and the moonlit street scene create a sense of merriment and camaraderie, making this postcard a perfect keepsake from a night out in old England. The belisha beacon, a common sight on British streets, adds an authentic touch to the scene and serves as a reminder of the era in which this comic postcard was created. This charming and amusing postcard is a must-have for anyone with a sense of humor and a love for all things British. Whether displayed in a frame or sent as a thoughtful gift, it is sure to bring a smile to the face of the recipient and transport them to a time of merrymaking and merriment in the streets of old Blighty.
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