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Comic postcard, Sleeping man in cemetery with policeman Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Sleeping man in cemetery with policeman Date: 20th century
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Asleep Burial Cemetery Donald Drunk Drunkard Grave Graveyard Headstone Headstones Mcgill Nose Policeman Sleep Sleeping Torch Wake
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a humorous 20th-century comic postcard from the British Isles. This whimsical postcard depicts an amusing scene of a man, fast asleep amongst the headstones in a dimly lit cemetery. The man, with a distinctly red nose, appears to be in a deep slumber, oblivious to the watchful policeman standing over him, torch in hand. The policeman, with a stern expression, seems to be keeping a close eye on the sleeping man, perhaps ensuring that he doesn't wake the dead or cause any mischief. The comic element of this postcard lies in the unexpected setting of the scene - a cemetery, traditionally a place of solemnity and quiet reflection. The addition of the drunken man and the policeman adds a light-hearted and humorous twist to the usual serious tone associated with such places. The man's red nose is a clear indication of his state of inebriation, and it's unclear how he came to fall asleep in the graveyard. Was it the peaceful quiet that lulled him to sleep, or perhaps the late hour caught him unawares? Whatever the reason, the policeman's presence adds an element of intrigue to the scene. The use of color in this postcard is also noteworthy. The red nose of the man and the torch of the policeman stand out against the dark background of the graveyard, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. The overall effect is a fun and playful take on a scene that could have been serious, making this a delightful addition to any collection of vintage postcards.
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