If, by Bairnsfather
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If, by Bairnsfather
IF Old Bill Edited " The Bystander" " Ow the ell do ye spell Bairnsfather, Miss Clutterbuck?" A cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather which appeared in an issue of The Bystander themed around the word If. His popular character Old Bill struggles with the spelling of his own creator and seeks advice from a secretary. Date: 1917
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Bairnsfather Bill Bruce Bystander Office Secretary
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is a classic and humorous cartoon by the renowned British satirical artist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, published in the British magazine "The Bystander" in 1917. The cartoon, which features Bairnsfather's popular character Old Bill, is a playful take on the theme of the magazine issue, which was centered around the word "If." In the image, Old Bill, a soldier from the Western Front during World War I, is seated at a desk in an office setting, surrounded by piles of papers and other office paraphernalia. He is seen scratching his head in confusion as he attempts to spell the name of his own creator, Bairnsfather. The cartoon's title, "Ow the ell do ye spell Bairnsfather, Miss Clutterbuck?" adds to the light-hearted tone of the scene. Old Bill's query is directed towards a stern-looking secretary, Miss Clutterbuck, who is seated behind a desk, typing away. She looks up from her work, a quizzical expression on her face, as if to say, "Really, Old Bill? You can't even spell your own creator's name?" The cartoon is a testament to the enduring appeal of Bairnsfather's work, which captured the spirit of the soldiers during the First World War through his humorous and insightful depictions of their daily struggles and experiences. The image also offers a glimpse into the office culture of the time, with its focus on the importance of spelling and the role of the secretary as the gatekeeper of administrative accuracy. Overall, "If" is a delightful and entertaining piece of historical art that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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