Poster Print : Dr. Scotts electric corset
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Dr. Scotts electric corset
Advertisement from 1886 for Dr. Scotts Electric Corset, considered a great boon for the delicate and able to cure all manner of ailments including palpitation, nervousness, hysteria, extreme obesity and internal weakness. Electropathic cures were popular during the late 19th century. Dr. Scott also manufactured an electric hairbrush claiming to have similar curative effects
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1886 Ailments Boon Claiming Considered Corset Cure Cures Effects Electric Electropathic Extreme Hysteria Including Manner Manufactured Nervousness Obesity Scott Similar Curative
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating selection of vintage poster prints from Media Storehouse. This mesmerizing advertisement for Dr. Scotts Electric Corset, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1886. A groundbreaking innovation for its time, the electric corset promised relief from various ailments such as palpitations, nervousness, and hysteria. Add this intriguing piece of history to your home or office décor and transport yourself to an era of curiosity and wonder. Embrace the allure of the past with our high-quality, museum-grade 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
Step into the future of fashion and health with Dr. Scott's Electric Corset, a marvel of the late 19th century. This innovative device, advertised in the April 17, 1886 issue of The Illustrated London News, was considered a great boon for those suffering from various ailments. The electric corset promised to cure palpitation, nervousness, hysteria, extreme obesity, and internal weakness. The 19th century was a time when electropathic cures were gaining popularity, and Dr. Scott's Electric Corset was at the forefront of this trend. The corset, which resembles a traditional undergarment, was not just a fashion statement but also a medical device. It was imported from the United States and manufactured by Dr. Scott, who also produced an electric hairbrush with similar curative effects. The electric current, generated by batteries, was believed to stimulate the body and promote healing. The advertisement claims that the corset was effective for a wide range of ailments, from the common nervousness and hysteria to more severe conditions like obesity and palpitation. The promise of a cure for these conditions undoubtedly made the electric corset a popular choice among women during this time. Today, we may look back at the electric corset as a fascinating piece of history, a testament to the belief in the power of electricity to heal. While we no longer rely on electropathic cures for our health, the electric corset remains an intriguing reminder of the innovative and often unconventional approaches to health and wellness that were popular during the late 19th century.
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