Metal Print : The Happy Hooligan
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
The Happy Hooligan
Promotional postcard for The Happy Hooligan, adapted from the popular American comic strip by Frederick Burr Opper. The comic strip told the adventures of a well-meaning hobo who encountered a lot of bad luck and misfortune, partly because of his position in life but did not lose his smile. Date: circa 1900s
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Media ID 14244967
© The Michael Diamond Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Cigar Hooligan Panto Pantomime Promotional Smile Tramp
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of American comic strip history into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring The Happy Hooligan. Adapted from the popular comic strip by Frederick Burr Opper, this charming image of The Happy Hooligan, available exclusively through Mary Evans Prints Online, is sure to bring a smile to your face. Our high-quality metal prints are not only eye-catching but also durable and waterproof, making them perfect for any room in your house. Add a touch of vintage charm to your decor with this unique and collectible piece.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.3cm x 38.1cm (9.6" x 15")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step right up and experience the joy and mischief of The Happy Hooligan in this enchanting promotional postcard from the 1900s! This beloved character, created by the renowned American comic strip artist Frederick Burr Opper, brings a smile to the faces of all who encounter him. The Happy Hooligan, a well-meaning hobo with an ever-present cigar, seems to attract misfortune at every turn, yet he never loses his cheerful disposition. This image invites us to the theatre, where The Happy Hooligan comes to life on the stage in a pantomime or panto production. Pantomime, a popular form of theatrical entertainment during the 1900s, was known for its music, dance, comedy, and slapstick humor. The Happy Hooligan's misadventures were a perfect fit for this lively and entertaining art form. As you hold this vintage postcard in your hands, imagine the laughter and delight that filled the theatre as The Happy Hooligan brought joy to audiences night after night. This promotional piece is not only a fascinating glimpse into the past but also a reminder of the enduring power of a good smile and a positive attitude, even in the face of adversity. So, come one, come all, and join The Happy Hooligan on his unforgettable journey through the world of theatrical entertainment. With a cigar in hand and a smile on his face, he's sure to bring a touch of happiness to your day!
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