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WW2 Christmas Card, Put Out That Light!
A comical WW2 Christmas greetings card, the illustration depicts a scene in which an Air Raid Precautions warden demands that Sanda Claus puts out his light. Date: circa 1940s
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Media ID 32346288
© CLM Archive Collection / Mary Evans
Claus Comical Demands Depicts Giftware Precautions Puts Raid Sanda Warden
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring a touch of nostalgia and holiday cheer to your home with the Media Storehouse range of Canvas Prints featuring the iconic "Put Out That Light! by March of the Women Collection" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This hilarious WW2-era Christmas card illustration depicts a scene where an Air Raid Precautions warden demands that Santa Claus extinguishes his light, adding a comical twist to the holiday season. Relive the spirit of the 1940s with this unique and captivating canvas print that is sure to become a cherished conversation piece in your home.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming and comical WW2 Christmas greetings card, titled "Put Out That Light!", captures the spirit of wartime humor during the 1940s. The illustration depicts an Air Raid Precautions warden sternly demanding that even Santa Claus must adhere to blackout regulations by extinguishing his light.
In the midst of World War II, when cities were plunged into darkness to evade enemy air raids, this whimsical scene reminds us of the importance of safety precautions even during the festive season. The juxtaposition of a beloved holiday figure like Santa Claus being reprimanded for his glowing beacon adds a touch of lightheartedness to an otherwise somber time in history.
The attention to detail in this vintage Christmas card is truly remarkable, from Santa's traditional red suit to the warden's authoritative stance. It serves as a poignant reminder of how people found ways to inject humor and creativity into their daily lives amidst the challenges and uncertainties brought about by war.
As we reflect on this historical artifact from the March of Women Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, let us appreciate not only its artistic value but also its ability to capture a snapshot of resilience and camaraderie during one of humanity's darkest periods.
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