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1920s USA humour jelke good luck fat starvation
1920s
USA
humour jelke good luck fat starvation
The Advertising Archives specialise in vintage illustrations including adverts, posters and magazine covers
Media ID 7069355
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Adverti Advertisements Advertising Adverts American Humor Nineteen Twenties Slimming Obese Obesity Over Weight Twentieth Century Weight Loss
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.8cm x 23.7cm (7.4" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Advertising Archives takes us back to the vibrant and roaring 1920s in the United States. With a touch of humor, it captures an era when weight loss was not only a personal goal but also a societal obsession. The image showcases an advertisement that cleverly combines American humor with the desire for good luck and slimming down. In this intriguing piece, we see an overweight individual surrounded by various symbols of luck, including four-leaf clovers and horseshoes. The juxtaposition between obesity and fortune is both amusing and thought-provoking, reflecting society's preoccupation with appearance during that time. The photograph serves as a reminder of how attitudes towards body image have evolved over the past century. It highlights the cultural pressure placed on individuals to conform to certain beauty standards even in an era known for its celebration of diversity and self-expression. As we gaze upon this vintage ad, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how advertising played a significant role in shaping public perceptions about weight loss. It reminds us that while our understanding of health has progressed, many challenges surrounding body positivity still persist today. Overall, this evocative print from The Advertising Archives offers us a glimpse into America's humorous yet complex relationship with weight loss during the 1920s – an era marked by changing social norms and evolving ideals of beauty.
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