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Poster Print : Vaccination Against Small Pox. Quacks whose methods of innoculation are responsible for spreading smallpox depart in the face of the vaccine promoted by physician Edward Jenner (right, in dark suit). Satirical etching, 1808, by Isaac Cruikshank
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Vaccination Against Small Pox. Quacks whose methods of innoculation are responsible for spreading smallpox depart in the face of the vaccine promoted by physician Edward Jenner (right, in dark suit). Satirical etching, 1808, by Isaac Cruikshank
VACCINATION CARTOON, 1808.
Vaccination Against Small Pox. Quacks whose methods of innoculation are responsible for spreading smallpox depart in the face of the vaccine promoted by physician Edward Jenner (right, in dark suit). Satirical etching, 1808, by Isaac Cruikshank
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Media ID 8865945
1808 Caricature Cruikshank Dying Edward Etching Isaac Jenner Knife Laurel Medical Instrument Physician Political Quack Satirical Smallpox Vaccination Victim Immunologist
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Vaccination Cartoon print from The Granger Collection. This satirical etching, created in 1808 by Isaac Cruikshank, vividly depicts the significant moment in history when quacks and their outdated methods of smallpox inoculation were outmatched by the revolutionary vaccine promoted by physician Edward Jenner. Witness the triumph of science and progress as Jenner's vaccine brings relief to a terrified crowd. Add an intriguing historical touch to your home or office with this unique and enlightening piece from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This satirical etching from 1808, created by Isaac Cruikshank, captures the pivotal moment in history when physician Edward Jenner introduced the smallpox vaccine. The image depicts a scene where quacks, whose ineffective methods of inoculation have been responsible for spreading smallpox, are forced to retreat in the face of Jenner's groundbreaking vaccine. In this caricature-like illustration, we see Edward Jenner standing confidently on the right side wearing a dark suit. He represents progress and scientific advancement as he holds up a medical instrument symbolizing his revolutionary vaccination method. Surrounding him are men dressed as quacks who appear defeated and frightened by the arrival of this new solution. The artist skillfully conveys both satire and social commentary through this piece. By highlighting the incompetence of these quacks and their role in perpetuating disease, Cruikshank emphasizes the importance of trusting trained physicians like Jenner who base their practices on evidence-based medicine. This print serves as a reminder of how far medical science has come in combating deadly diseases such as smallpox. It pays homage to Edward Jenner's contributions to immunology while also shedding light on the dangers posed by unqualified individuals practicing medicine during that era. Overall, this artwork is not only historically significant but also visually captivating with its intricate details and clever symbolism.
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