Photos of the era were commonly staged, with little humanity.

They were largely glamour shots or grim photos taken for utility.

There wasnt much personality to them, and they certainly werent funny.

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via rene.maltete.com

Then came the work of Rene.

Pindo is the name of this adorable pooch, who was owned by Rene and his son Robin.

An appropriate appellation for this confusing picture.

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It says You are the majority!

though its somewhat diluted by the audience.

Thats kinky for the 1950s.

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Cross

Sometimes the simple, stupid jokes are the best.

The sign is actually for a railroad crossing.

Just move the horsey!

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Hospital

To much of the outside world, the French seem rude.

In fact, they are exceptionally nice to outsiders, some are just innately vicious people.

However, theres nothing wrong with admiring the scenery, however you have to do it.

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Hotel

Seems legit.

Legs

You left this world far too soon, Rene.

You would haveowned the internet.

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Mimes are also living proof that they hate everything else and wish to punish it.

Pope

This is Maltetes wife.

At least, the body is.

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Partition

Yes, those are laundry clothespins placed onto electrical wires.

Not everyone understood electricity in those days.

Serpent

Cheat.

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Ski

Weve all had to do the limp of shame to the chalet.

If you havent, youreski gameis weak.

Headless Man

Mirrors will never stop being entertaining.

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