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Comic Postcard - Dirty Collar - Donald McGill
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Comic Postcard - Dirty Collar - Donald McGill
A collar for your Father? Yes Miss - like the one I'm wearing? No - a clean one. Date: circa 1925
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Media ID 32271726
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Attire Clean Cleanliness Cloche Counter Critical Criticism Department Dirt Dirty Donald Employee Handkerchief Mcgill Shame Smart Smartness Spotty Staff Starch Starched Store Ties
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Step back in time to the 1920s with this vintage comic postcard by renowned artist Donald McGill. The scene depicts a young girl visiting a department store, where she encounters a sharply dressed employee with a dirty collar. In her innocence, she mistakes his soiled collar for a fashion statement and asks if it is something her father would wear.
The humor in McGill's work lies in the contrast between the girl's perception of style and the reality of cleanliness. The attendant's embarrassment at being called out for his unkempt appearance adds an extra layer of amusement to the scene.
McGill was known for his cheeky sense of humor and satirical take on everyday life, making him one of the most popular postcard artists of his time. His ability to capture human foibles and social norms in a lighthearted way endeared him to audiences across generations.
This print serves as both a snapshot of 1920s fashion and a reminder that appearances can be deceiving. It invites viewers to chuckle at the absurdity of mistaking dirt for style while appreciating McGill's skillful storytelling through art. A charming addition to any collection, this comic postcard is sure to bring smiles for years to come.
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