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Boy with doctor and pudding on a comic New Year card
Boy with doctor and humanised pudding on a comic New Year card. Date: circa 1890s
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Caption: A Humorous Take on New Year's Resolutions: A Boy Receives Unconventional Treatment from a Quirky Doctor and His Anthropomorphic Pudding, Circa 1890s Step back in time to the late Victorian era with this charming, comic New Year card featuring a mischievous boy, a peculiar doctor, and an unexpectedly humanised pudding. Dressed in his finest attire, the boy sits anxiously on the edge of a plush chair, his eyes wide with apprehension as he clutches a bottle of medicine. The doctor, with a twinkle in his eye and a knowing smirk, reaches for a large, ornate pudding adorned with gold edging and a white border. This is no ordinary pudding, however, as it gazes back at the boy with a concerned expression and offers him a reassuring pat on the head. The playful use of anthropomorphism adds an element of whimsy and humor to this New Year card, as the doctor and the pudding seem to take on human-like qualities. The boy's predicament – perhaps suffering from indigestion after a festive feast – is a common New Year's Eve issue, making this card a relatable and delightful addition to any vintage greeting card collection. The intricate gold edging and ornate border of the card further enhance its Victorian charm, while the white background provides a clean and timeless backdrop for the scene. This unique and humorous card is sure to bring a smile to the faces of your loved ones as you usher in the New Year.
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