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Comic postcard, Man with a pint of beer on the beach
Comic postcard, Man with a pint of beer and sandwiches on the beach Date: 20th century
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A jovial man takes a break from his seaside holiday, settling into the sand with a well-earned pint of beer in hand. His plump figure, clad in a bulky jacket and trousers, seems to embody the carefree spirit of summer vacations. The man's expression is one of pure contentment, as he gazes out at the vast expanse of the sea before him. But what's that in his other hand? Ah, a couple of sandwiches peek out from beneath the beer glass, a clear indication that this man knows how to balance his indulgences with a bit of nourishment. The sun-drenched beach scene is complete with a quaint seaside town in the distance, where the sound of seagulls and the smell of fish and chips waft through the air. This delightful comic postcard, dated from the 20th century, hails from the renowned British publisher, Donald McGill. The humorous illustration pokes fun at the idea of men on holiday, their love for a pint and a good meal, and the ever-present struggle to maintain fitness and health. The man in the postcard, with his rotund figure and relaxed demeanor, is a lovable reminder of the joys of taking a break and enjoying life's simple pleasures. As we gaze upon this scene, it's hard not to be transported back in time, to a simpler era when the biggest concern was whether to go for a swim or have another sandwich. And who knows, perhaps this man's beach day was the inspiration for the National Fitness Campaign or the local health classes that would soon follow. Cheers to that!
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