From the Edwardian era to the outbreak of World War II millions of artist drawn humorous postcards were produced not only just for entertainment but also to bolster morale, to inspire, instruct, motivate and persuade. Discover the popular themes and styles of the period by the masters of the medium such as Mabel Lucie Attwell, Dudley Buxton, Donald McGill and Fred Spurgin, and the reasons why their popularity waned with the British public.
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Brilliant British Humour in the Forgotten Art of the Picture Postcard – James Taylor
Wednesday, 9 June 2021
- Type: Lecture Programme
- Time: 9 June 2021 - 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Venue:Mercure Preston Hotel, Samlesbury, Preston New Road, Preston PR5 0UL
- Duration:90 Minutes (approximately)
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