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Advert for Beechams Pills 1900
The before and after approach is a mainstay of medical advertising : here it is, used dramatically, if not credibly, by the manufacturers of Beechams Pills.
1900
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Media ID 14296080
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Approach Beecham Beechams Dramatically Manufacturers Medicines Pills Mainstay
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating advertisement for Beechams Pills, published by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans in 1900, showcases the power of visual storytelling in advertising. Witness the dramatic before-and-after transformation as traditional illustration techniques bring the benefits of Beechams Pills to life. Add this captivating piece to your collection and transport yourself back in time, where the art of healing meets the art of storytelling.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.7cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
Before and After: The Dramatic Transformation of Health with Beechams Pills (1900) This advertisement from the early 1900s showcases the transformative power of Beechams Pills, as depicted by the Illustrated London News Ltd. The advertisement employs the classic 'before and after' approach, a mainstay of medical advertising that continues to capture our attention today. In this advertisement, the 'before' image portrays a figure looking haggard, weak, and ill, while the 'after' image reveals a vibrant, healthy, and rejuvenated individual. The stark contrast between the two images is intended to convey the dramatic improvement that Beechams Pills can bring to one's health. The use of this approach in medical advertising is not a new concept, even in the early 1900s. However, the effectiveness of this technique in capturing the public's attention and instilling confidence in the product's abilities is undeniable. Despite the dramatic nature of the advertisement, the credibility of the claims made by the manufacturers of Beechams Pills remains a subject of debate. The specific health benefits of the pills were not clearly defined in the advertisement, leaving room for interpretation and speculation. Regardless, the advertisement serves as an intriguing glimpse into the past, providing insight into the marketing tactics used to promote medical products during the 1900s. The use of the 'before and after' approach continues to be a popular technique in modern advertising, demonstrating its enduring appeal and effectiveness in capturing the public's imagination.
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