Framed Print : Advert for Electropathic Belt 1882
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Advert for Electropathic Belt 1882
Electropathic Belt for gentlemen and ladies, consists of a series of constant current electric generators, which are constantly in action while the belt is being worn.
1882
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Media ID 14378370
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1882 Association Associations Belt Claims Conditions Cure Cures Current Development Electric Electricity Electropathic Health Jul16 Mall Pall Scientific Waist
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our exclusive Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating "Advert for Electropathic Belt 1882" by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans. This vintage advertisement showcases the Electropathic Belt, a fashionable innovation of the past, designed to provide gentlemen and ladies with constant current electric stimulation for improved health. Revive the intrigue of the 19th century with this unique and intriguing piece of history, beautifully framed and ready to adorn your walls.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the fascinating world of Victorian-era medical innovations with this advertisement for the Electropathic Belt, published in the Illustrated London News in 1882. This intriguing device, designed for both gentlemen and ladies, promises to harness the power of electricity for improved health and well-being. The Electropathic Belt, a marvel of the 1880s scientific community, is depicted in the advertisement as a sleek and elegant piece of clothing. The belt is no ordinary accessory, however; it consists of a series of constant current electric generators that are in constant action while the belt is being worn. These generators are believed to stimulate the body's vital forces, offering relief from various medical conditions, such as rheumatism, neuralgia, and even mental fatigue. The Electropathic Belt Association, which is mentioned in the advertisement, was a group of individuals who advocated for the use of electropathy, a form of alternative medicine that relied on the application of electric currents for therapeutic purposes. The association's members, who likely included medical professionals and curious individuals alike, were convinced of the benefits of this innovative technology. The advertisement's bold claims of cures and improvements to health and development are a testament to the belief in the transformative power of electricity during this period. The Electropathic Belt represents the intersection of fashion, science, and medicine, offering a glimpse into the fascinating world of Victorian-era medical innovations and the promise of a brighter, healthier future through the wonders of electricity.
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