Surgery cures ugliness 1847

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Surgery cures ugliness 1847

SATIRE:RESULTS OF ETHER - surgery as a cure-all: young woman patient exchanges ugly head for pretty one Date: 1847

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1847 Body Cure Cures Ether Exchanges Patient Results Satire Surgery Ugliness Ugly

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Surgery Cures Ugliness: The Results of Ether - A Satirical Take on Surgery as a Cure-All (1847) This intriguing and humorous print from 1847, titled "Surgery Cures Ugliness: The Results of Ether," offers a satirical commentary on the emerging field of surgery and the belief that it could cure even the most unappealing physical attributes. The image depicts a young woman lying on an operating table, her ugly head covered in a sheet, while a surgeon and an assistant prepare for the procedure. The caption reads, "Before - A Specimen of the Ugly," highlighting the woman's unattractive features. As the surgeon administers ether, a popular anesthetic of the time, the woman's head is replaced with a beautiful one, as indicated by the caption, "After - A Specimen of the Pretty." The print playfully suggests that surgery, and specifically the use of ether, could transform the most unattractive individuals into beautiful ones. This satirical print reflects the growing faith in the medical community during the 19th century, as new surgical techniques and anesthetics were being developed and gaining popularity. The print also underscores the societal pressure to conform to beauty standards and the desire for physical perfection. However, it is essential to remember that this print is a work of satire and not a reflection of the actual capabilities of surgery during that time. Overall, "Surgery Cures Ugliness: The Results of Ether" is a fascinating and amusing glimpse into the cultural attitudes towards surgery and beauty during the mid-19th century.

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