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Unhelpful Phrenological assessment of a Park Loafer
Unhelpful Phrenological assessment of a Park Loafer. Phrenologist (to Park Loafer) - " Now, you re full o Nerves, you are. What you want is Iron; you mustn t drink beer; you must drink Burgundy." !!! Date: 1895
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Alternative Beggar Bumps Charlatan Charlatans Cranial Crank Diagnosis Examination Examines Feeling Feels Lumps Nerves Phil Phrenological Phrenologist Phrenology Quack Quacks Rough Silk Sleeper Vagrant 1895 Assessment Loafer Unhelpful Unrealistic
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Unhelpful Phrenological Assessment of a Park Loafer" (1895) - A captivating snapshot of an intriguing interaction between a phrenologist and a park loafer, showcasing the quirks and charisma of the Victorian era. In this image, the phrenologist, with a confident air and a curious expression, examines the head of a rough-looking vagrant, who sits before him with a nonchalant attitude, donning a silk top hat. The phrenologist, with a map of the human head in hand, makes an unhelpful diagnosis, stating, "Now, you're full of Nerves, you are. What you want is Iron; you mustn't drink beer; you must drink Burgundy." Phrenology, a pseudoscientific practice popular during the 19th century, held that the bumps and lumps on the skull indicated specific mental traits and abilities. This charlatan, with his quack diagnosis, adds to the intrigue of the scene. The park loafer, with his unkempt appearance and nonchalant demeanor, seems unfazed by the phrenologist's assessment. This historical image, taken in 1895, offers a glimpse into the alternative medical practices of the past and the colorful characters that populated the streets of Victorian-era cities. The photograph, with its rich history and intriguing narrative, is a testament to the unrealistic beliefs and the quirky charisma of the era.
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