Home > Arts > Artists > Y > Art Young
Comic postcard, Young couple in a pub Date: 20th century
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Comic postcard, Young couple in a pub Date: 20th century
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23461358
© The Donald McGill Archive Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Alcohol Beer Best Close Double Enjoyment Entendre Froth Gallon Gallons Glasses Meaning Measure Measurement Notice Pint Pints Pubs Quart Rude Shaw Stocker Verbal Word
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> House Mouse
> Arts
> Artists
> Y
> Art Young
> Humour
> Related Images
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Hearty Laugh: A Young Couple's Playful Banter at the Pub, Early 20th Century This delightful comic postcard captures the essence of a young couple's lighthearted banter over a pint or two at their local pub. The image, set in a traditional British public house, features a man and a woman, both with rosy cheeks and wide grins, seated closely on a bench. The man, with a mischievous twinkle in his eye, points to the measurement markings on the table, while the woman playfully covers his hand with her own. The man, with a knowing smirk, gestures to the markings on the table, which read "pint," "quart," "gallon," and "firkin." The woman, not to be outdone, playfully interprets the markings with a double meaning, leading to a moment of shared laughter. The man's response, "I'll have a pint, and you can have the quart of it," elicits a hearty chuckle from the woman. The pub, a staple of British culture, serves as the perfect backdrop for this humorous exchange. The frothy pints of beer in their hands add to the overall sense of enjoyment and camaraderie. This comic postcard is a testament to the power of wordplay and the importance of sharing a good laugh with a loved one.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.