Flat feet remedy, illustration by William Heath Robinson
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Flat feet remedy, illustration by William Heath Robinson
A new method of curing flat feet and restoring the natural arch to the pedal extremities, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Credit must appear as: Courtesy of Mrs J. C. Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library Date: 1947
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© Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Lucinda Gosling/Mary Evans
Bare Contraption Correction Cured Curing Fanciful Feather Feathers Feet Flat Foot Heath Lying Mattress Measurement Method Pedal Pillow Pillows Process Restoring Robinson Ruler Shoes Socks Staircase Stairs Tickle Tickling Treatment Extremities
EDITORS COMMENTS
Courtesy of Mrs. J. C. Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library, this 1947 illustration by the renowned British comic artist, William Heath Robinson, humorously depicts a new method for curing flat feet and restoring the natural arch to the pedal extremities. The whimsical drawing showcases an array of fanciful equipment designed to correct the issue, from a tickling contraption with feathers to a ruler for precise measurement. The process involves a man, or perhaps several men, donning various pieces of the correction apparatus, including shoes with built-in socks, bare feet with tickling feathers, and a pair of strange-looking sandals. The illustration exudes a sense of comedy and absurdity, as the men are shown enduring the treatment on a staircase, with a production line of pillows and mattresses at the ready for those who have been cured. The absurdity of the situation is further emphasized by the men's expressions of discomfort and resignation. This historical illustration offers a glimpse into the past, when unconventional methods for addressing common health issues were often met with a lighthearted and humorous approach. Robinson's artistic talent shines through in the intricate details of the various pieces of equipment, each designed with a unique and often comical solution to the problem of flat feet. Overall, this illustration is a delightful reminder of the quirky and imaginative ways in which people have sought to improve their health throughout history.
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