Hot Pot, Hungry Pup (1930) – Poster

Description

Unusually for a KOEUB short, this promotional poster for Hot Pot, Hungry Pup omits the titular heroine entirely, instead spotlighting CHIROL in a mischievous moment. Wearing a chef’s hat and grinning broadly, CHIROL holds a laboratory flask of bubbling liquid over a large steaming pot, hinting at the comedic chaos to come.

The minimalist composition, set against a warm wood floor and plain backdrop, directs all attention to the character’s expression and the absurd culinary setup. Rendered in bold black outlines with flat, saturated colors, the artwork reflects the clean, economical style common in early-1930s offset lithography for animated shorts.

As one of the few promotional pieces from this period to feature CHIROL alone, the poster provides insight into the studio’s occasional experimentation with character-driven marketing. Surviving examples are rare; this copy retains its original surface grain and vibrant red lettering, with only light paper toning from age.

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