Cushion : 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
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft cushions
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40cm x 35.2cm (15.7" x 13.9")
Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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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