Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Object of the Day, Caption Contest: The Ol' Gray Mare

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Well, here we have another Victorian trade card from my collection of ephemera. This was a standard stock card which could have been printed with specific information for a business or a company. However, it never was.

It’s…it’s…well…I’m not quite sure what’s going on here. So, once again, I look to all of you for inspiration. Let’s have a “Caption Contest.” It’s a contest inasmuch as you’re participating, but that’s about it. Rather like Mr. Punch’s Puzzles, there’s no prize, really. Just public congratulations. Still we have fun. 

You can give me a caption, or, you can come up with a whole advertising scheme here. What’s being advertised? What company is this? What would the back of the card say? Let’s see what you come up with!  Post your answers in the comments.  

13 comments:

Sam P said...

Don't be an ass, buy Donkey Brand Dentifrice.

Joseph Crisalli said...

Good use of the word "Dentifrice."

April said...

Donkey Belch Parasols...because a lady is always prepared.

Book Gurl said...

Donkey Breath? Try our fancy breath blockers.

Joseph Crisalli said...

A true salvation.

Darcy said...

Braying Donkey Outdoor Airconditioner

The Braying Donkey Outdoor Airconditioner keeps the breezes blowing on days where there is no breeze at all.
And if you add our patented Donkey Sweet Breath Lozenges (available in cool mint, new mown hay, and sassafras ) your nose will thank you.
Some people prefer Donkey Belch Parasols to ease the donkey breath stench.
Remember, whenever things get uncomfortable you can always count on a braying ass.

Joseph Crisalli said...

I wish we had a prize! We'd have a winner. "Whenever things get uncomfortable, you can always count on a braying ass." is the quote of the day!

Barb said...

It's a card for donkey-proof hairspray.

Joseph Crisalli said...

A very handy product indeed.

Marsha said...

I can't top Darcy's.

Joseph Crisalli said...

It was pretty perfect.

Dashwood said...

Donkey Brand Parasols - For when its time to get your ass off the beach.

Joseph Crisalli said...

Well done, Dashwood!