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Canvas Print : Comic postcard, Father not present at baptism Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Father not present at baptism Date: 20th century
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Media ID 23455478
© The Donald McGill Archive Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Absence Absent Babies Baptism Childbirth Christening Donald Font Mcgill Motherhood Prefabricated Verbal Vicar
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Add a touch of vintage charm to your home decor with our Canvas Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This charming Comic Postcard, dated from the 20th century, depicts a humorous scene of a father absent from his child's baptism. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed image is now available in high-quality canvas format, bringing a piece of history and laughter into your living space. Perfect for adding a unique and playful touch to any room, order your Canvas Print of "Father not present at baptism" today and enjoy the timeless wit of this classic comic postcard.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.7cm x 76.2cm (19.2" x 30")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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.
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A Light-Hearted Take on Fatherly Absence: A 20th Century Comic Postcard This charming and humorous comic postcard, dated from the 20th century, captures the essence of the unexpected twists that life can throw our way. The scene depicts a young woman, dressed in a bright red dress, proudly presenting her newborn baby to the vicar for baptism. The vicar, with a quizzical expression, looks around the church, asking, "Where's the father?" The mother, with a mischievous grin, points to the back of the church where a man, wearing a hat and overcoat, is seen sneaking in through a side door. The font used on the postcard adds to the playful atmosphere, with its prefabricated, verbal humor. The use of the words "Father not present at baptism" in bold letters above the image sets the tone for the comical scenario unfolding. This postcard, reminiscent of the British humor of the 20th century, is a delightful reminder of the unexpected twists and turns that life can bring. The image of the absent father trying to sneak in at the last minute is a common trope in comedy and adds to the fun and light-hearted nature of the postcard. The use of color in the postcard, with the bright red dress of the mother and the muted tones of the church interior, creates a striking contrast that draws the viewer's attention to the main action in the scene. Overall, this comic postcard is a joyful and humorous representation of the unexpected twists and turns of life, and the importance of family and motherhood.
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