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Steam Box Bath - The Water Cure
The doctor says I shall enjoy the steam box bath - does it look like enjoyment? - The Water Cure.
1870
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Media ID 23272048
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Bath Cure Discomfort Health Hydrotherapy Newman Treatment Uncomfortable
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step into the past with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the enchanting image "Steam Box Bath - The Water Cure" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing puzzle, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online in 1870, invites you on a journey back in time as you piece together this fascinating photograph. Imagine the intrigue and curiosity of the era as you uncover the story behind the steam box bath, a popular therapy during the Victorian era. With its rich, detailed imagery and intriguing backstory, this puzzle is sure to provide hours of enjoyable and engaging puzzle-solving experience for all ages. Let the therapeutic powers of the steam box bath soothe your mind and spirit as you immerse yourself in the captivating world of history.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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.
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In this evocative image from the 1870s, a woman timidly steps into the enclosed chamber of a Steam Box Bath, also known as The Water Cure. The Victorian-era treatment, which gained popularity during the 19th century, was believed to offer numerous health benefits, including the relief of rheumatism, respiratory problems, and even mental health issues. The doctor's prescription for this discomfort-inducing therapy is evident on the table nearby, as the woman's apprehensive expression and furrowed brow suggest that the prospect of enjoying this experience may be a stretch. The steam box bath, a wooden contraption with a glass door, is filled with steam that is generated by heating water in a boiler. The woman wears a heavy bathrobe and a protective cap to shield herself from the intense heat. The steam envelops her body, causing her to perspire profusely, which was believed to cleanse the pores and promote detoxification. The treatment typically lasted for around 30 minutes, after which the patient would be wrapped in blankets to help their body readjust to the cooler temperature. Despite the obvious discomfort, the woman's determination to follow her doctor's orders is palpable. The steam box bath was a common treatment during the Victorian era, and its popularity can be attributed to the belief that suffering for one's health was a noble pursuit. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the lengths people went to in the pursuit of wellness during this era, and the enduring belief that pain and discomfort were necessary components of the healing process.
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