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Comic postcard, Cockerel, hen and parrot
Comic postcard, Cockerel, hen and parrot Date: 20th century
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Anti Aryan Beak Cock Cockerel Comment Donald Hens Jewish Mcgill Parrot Parrots Perch Semitic Semitism
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A Hilarious Scene of Birds: Cockerel, Hen, and Parrot! (circa 20th century) This delightful comic postcard, featuring a cockerel, hen, and parrot, is a quintessential example of British humour from the 20th century. The image showcases a cockerel proudly perched atop a grey perch, gazing at a hen clucking contentedly below. The unexpected addition to this scene is a parrot, perched on the hen, who appears to be attempting to peck at the hen's beak with a humorous expression on its face. The comic element of this postcard is amplified by the inclusion of anti-semitic undertones, with the cockerel and hen depicted as Aryan-looking birds, while the parrot is drawn with distinctly Semitic features. This was a common trope in some British humour during the 20th century, which may be considered offensive by today's standards. Despite the controversial undertones, the overall tone of this postcard is light-hearted and fun. The use of birds as the central characters adds to the whimsical nature of the image, making it a charming and humorous addition to any collection. The intricate details and vibrant colours bring the scene to life, making it a must-have for those interested in the history of comic postcards and British humour.
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