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Vintage health poster

Vintage health poster (early 1900 s). Poster advertising Eau de Suez an oral painkiller for toothache.Advertisements for unproven proprietary or patent medicines and treatments were common before the introduction of food and medical legislation in the early 1900 s

Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations

Media ID 9226877

© NATIONAL LIBRARY OF MEDICINE/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

Quackery


20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This captivating vintage health poster, sourced from the Science Photo Library, takes us back to the early 1900s. Featuring an advertisement for Eau de Suez, an oral painkiller for toothache, this print showcases the intriguing allure of unproven proprietary medicines from a bygone era. Add a touch of history and character to your space with this unique and thought-provoking piece.

20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.

Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.4cm x 50.8cm (14.7" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage health poster from the early 1900s takes us back to a time when medical advertising was unregulated and often misleading. The poster, promoting Eau de Suez, an oral painkiller for toothache, serves as a reminder of the prevalence of quackery in the past. With its bold colors and intricate design, this print is not only aesthetically pleasing but also offers a fascinating glimpse into historical healthcare practices. In an era before food and medical legislation were introduced, advertisements like these were commonplace, promising miraculous cures without any scientific evidence. The image evokes curiosity about the effectiveness of such remedies while highlighting how far we have come in terms of medical advancements and consumer protection. It sparks contemplation on the importance of evidence-based medicine and regulation in ensuring public safety. As we admire this vintage health poster captured by Science Photo Library, let us appreciate it as more than just a piece of art; it represents an era where commercial interests often overshadowed genuine concern for people's well-being.

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