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Celestial Bed
A depiction of James Grahams Celestial Bed, with the inscription The Celestial Bed with the Rosy Goddess of Health reposing thereon, 1780. The bed was the centrepiece of British quack doctor James Grahams Temple of Health, which he established in London in 1779. The bed, equipped with electrical apparatus, was claimed to cure impotence and sterility for those who spent a night in it. The fee was ?50 per night. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11799430
© 2005 Getty Images
15721 Britain Colour Engravings Furniture Healthcare Medicine Mystery Myth Nudity Prints Diry Format
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the captivating allure of history with our Celestial Bed Poster Print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This exquisite piece, derived from the Hulton Archive, showcases James Graham's Celestial Bed, a remarkable 18th-century invention. The image features the Rosy Goddess of Health reclining on the celestial bed, surrounded by intricate celestial bodies and a radiant sky. Adorn your walls with this mesmerizing work of art and let the wonders of history inspire you every day.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20cm x 30.3cm (7.9" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the infamous Celestial Bed, a remarkable creation that once stood as the centerpiece of James Graham's Temple of Health in London during the late 18th century. The bed itself is adorned with intricate engravings and inscribed with the words "The Celestial Bed with the Rosy Goddess of Health reposing thereon" offering a glimpse into its mystical allure. Constructed in 1780, this extraordinary piece of furniture was equipped with electrical apparatus and claimed to possess miraculous healing powers. Dr. James Graham, a renowned British quack doctor, marketed it as a cure for impotence and sterility. Those who dared to spend a night within its celestial embrace were promised restoration and rejuvenation. However, such divine treatment came at an extravagant price tag of ?50 per night - an exorbitant sum during that era. Nevertheless, individuals seeking solace from their ailments flocked to experience this mythical bed firsthand. This intriguing photograph captures not only the physical beauty of the Celestial Bed but also hints at the mystery surrounding it. Its association with nudity symbolizes vulnerability while emphasizing its connection to both medicine and healthcare. Preserved through time, this portrait-format print offers us a glimpse into an era where myth intertwined seamlessly with reality. It serves as a testament to human fascination towards unconventional remedies and our eternal quest for health and well-being.
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