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Comic postcard, Young woman in gas mask, WW2. The all clears gone, Miss
Comic postcard, Young woman in gas mask, WW2. The all clears gone, Miss! Peace with very little on er! Date: 1940s
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This vintage Comic Postcard, titled "The all clears gone, Miss!" from the 1940s, showcases a young woman in a gas mask with a defiant expression. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed image brings a piece of history into your home. Add a touch of nostalgia to your wall decor with this evocative WW2-era poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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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'The All Clears Gone, Miss!' - A Humorous Take on Post-War Relief in the 1940s This comic postcard from the 1940s, titled 'The All Clears Gone, Miss!' captures the essence of the collective relief and excitement felt during the waning days of World War II. The image portrays a young, attractive woman, dressed in a stylish 1940s outfit, including a smart hat and high heels. She is seen holding a gas mask, symbolizing the constant threat of air raids that had plagued the British population during the war. With a playful smirk on her face, she stands in front of an open door, revealing a room filled with men in striped pyjamas, eagerly awaiting her arrival. The double entendre in the title adds an extra layer of humour to the scene. 'The All Clears Gone' refers to the sirens that signaled an air raid was over, giving people the 'all clear' to return to their homes. However, the title also has a more suggestive meaning, hinting at the anticipation of romantic encounters and the promise of peace and pleasure that comes with the end of the war. The artist, Donald McGill, was known for his humorous and often risqué postcards, which gained popularity during the early 20th century. This particular design showcases his ability to capture the spirit of the times and the longing for normalcy and connection that followed the end of the war. The young woman's confident and alluring pose, coupled with the men's expectant expressions, adds to the overall sense of fun and lightheartedness, making this postcard a cherished piece of wartime history.
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