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Fine Art Print : WW1 - Comic Postcard - K-Nut in a tuxedo
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WW1 - Comic Postcard - K-Nut in a tuxedo
WW1 - Before conscription into the army was introduced, a certain class of young men existed, for whom everything was " too much bally trouble" or " too much fag." They were the " Nuts" or " K-Nuts". Some artists in their comic postcard illustrations attempted to persuade these young men to do their duty and join the army or just ridiculed them as in this instance. Date: 1914
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Media ID 23035856
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Comedy Complaint Conscription Dodger Draft Greeting Lazy Nuts Ragtime Ridicule Stereotype Tango Trouble Tuxedo Bally Dismissive Dodgers Sneering
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the charming WW1-era comic postcard "K-Nut in a Tuxedo" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This delightful image captures the essence of a carefree pre-conscription era, where young men of a certain class could afford to be nonchalant about the world around them. Add a touch of historical whimsy to your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed piece, a conversation starter that will surely bring a smile to all who see it.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.6cm x 53.3cm (13.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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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This charming comic postcard from 1914 pokes fun at the 'K-Nuts' or 'Nuts,' a term used to describe young men of a certain class who were considered lazy or dismissive towards the impending war and the responsibility of serving their country. With the introduction of conscription yet to come, these young gentlemen found various ways to avoid the draft, deeming it all 'too much bally trouble' or 'too much fag.' The image on this postcard features a young man in a tuxedo and top hat, adopting a sneering and dismissive attitude as he listens to the ragtime music and tango being played by a jazz band. The caption reads, 'K-Nut in a Tuxedo,' further emphasizing the stereotype of these young men as privileged and apathetic towards the seriousness of the situation. Artists like the one who created this postcard attempted to persuade these young men to do their duty and join the army or simply ridiculed them, as seen here. The use of humor and comedy in this postcard reflects the cultural norms of the time, and serves as a reminder of the complex social dynamics that existed before the widespread implementation of conscription. This historic comic postcard offers a unique insight into the attitudes and behaviors of young men during the early stages of World War I, and is a fascinating glimpse into the past.
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