1940 Vintage Punch Magazine Cartoon – “Yours Was the Little Sailor Hat, Wasn’t It?” by G.L. Stampa

Description

1940 Vintage Punch Magazine Cartoon – “Yours Was the Little Sailor Hat, Wasn’t It?” by G.L. Stampa

Description:
This delightful 1940 cartoon from Punch Magazine, drawn by celebrated British illustrator G.L. Stampa, is full of classic British wit and social satire. The original print is mounted on black cardboard and measures approximately 17 x 13 cm.

The scene depicts a crowded cloakroom or hat check counter, where a woman calmly hands back a hat to a line of distinguished, uniformed, and well-dressed gentlemen. The caption beneath reads:
“Yours was the little sailor hat, wasn’t it?”
The line triggers gentle humor through juxtaposition—poking fun at the very proper and serious men queued up, each probably hoping not to be associated with such a dainty item. It’s a charming example of British upper-class humor, subtle embarrassment, and social norms, especially during wartime.

Condition Note:
This is an authentic vintage cartoon print, now over 80 years old. As such, it may show mild signs of aging, including slight yellowing, foxing, or soft corners, which add to its vintage character and collectible appeal.

Perfect for fans of classic Punch humor, British caricature art, or vintage social satire.