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Antique Framed Print : Victorian scrap - dentist pulling a tooth
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Victorian scrap - dentist pulling a tooth
Victorian scrap - dentist pulling a tooth.
late 19th century
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Alarming Comical Dental Dentist Pain Painful Patient Profession Pull Pulling Scrap Tooth Treatment
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.4cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
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A Humorous Take on Dental Treatment in the Victorian Era: A Dentist Pulling a Tooth Description: This intriguing photograph captures a comical moment in the Victorian dental clinic, as a dentist skillfully extracts a tooth from an anxious patient. Dressed in the formal attire of the late 19th century, the dentist stands confidently over his seated patient, who clutches the arms of the dental chair for support. The patient's expression is one of trepidation and alarm, as beads of sweat form on his forehead. The dentist, however, remains unphased, his face a picture of concentration as he deftly pulls the tooth with a pair of forceps. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of other dental instruments and various scraps of paper and fabric scattered about the room, suggesting a busy and cluttered workspace. The humorous element of this image lies in the contrast between the dentist's calm demeanor and the patient's obvious discomfort. The comical aspect is amplified by the patient's exaggerated posture and the dentist's seemingly nonchalant attitude towards the painful procedure. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the dental profession during the Victorian era, and serves as a reminder of the courage and resilience required of patients during medical treatments before the advent of modern anesthesia. The Victorian era was known for its strict adherence to etiquette and decorum, yet this photograph reveals a more human and relatable side to the dental profession. The image invites us to reflect on the shared experience of dental discomfort and the importance of finding humor in even the most painful situations.
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