Laurel and Hardy lookalikes for Tubstem socks, authentic darkroom Print by Michael Joseph, in painted carved timber frame

Picture :                   Michael Joseph
Frame :                    Justine Joseph

Frame :                   w : xx cm               h : xx cm

Laurel and Hardy sit together upon an elegant brass four-poster bed, their proximity suggesting a bond beyond mere friendship. Clad in their signature bowler hats and nothing but their undergarments, they exude a timeless charm. The room, though modestly adorned, emanates a nostalgic allure with its subdued decor—a jug and bowl in the background, delicate yellow blooms, and a smattering of quaint pictures adorning the walls. Their bare feet ground them in the moment as they share a hearty laugh, the source of which remains a delightful mystery—perhaps a jest about socks, or simply the joy of camaraderie.

Presented here is an authentic darkroom test print, a relic from a bygone era when commercials were crafted with care and whimsy. Believed to be associated with the renowned French sockmaker “Tubstem,” as recounted by my father, this unassuming piece carries with it the essence of a simpler time.

Offered for sale exactly as depicted in the accompanying photographs, complete with a charming timber frame, this piece invites viewers to immerse themselves in the warmth of nostalgia and the enduring magic of Laurel and Hardy’s timeless antics.