Canvas Print : Invalid and infant feeders, circa 1850 C018 / 7127

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Invalid and infant feeders, circa 1850 C018 / 7127

Infant feeder (left) and invalid feeder (right). Both are made from pewter and date from around 1850, England. These would be filled with softened food or pap (usually a combination of milk, bread, flour and sugar). The teat or spout would be placed in the mouth of the infant or invalid, through which they could suck the food

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Media ID 9234699

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1850 1850s Antique Care Elderly Feeder Feeding Infant Infirm Invalid Nineteenth Century Nursing Baby Bottle Blue Background

21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print

Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Invalid and Infant Feeders, circa 1850 C018 / 7127" by Science Photo Library. This vintage photograph showcases two antique feeding instruments, an infant feeder and an invalid feeder, both made from intricately detailed pewter. Dating back to around 1850 from England, these feeders were used to provide softened food or pap, usually a combination of milk and bread, to the young and the sick. Add a touch of history and timeless elegance to your home decor with this evocative and thought-provoking print.

Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the care and feeding practices of that era. On the left side, we see an infant feeder made from pewter, delicately crafted around 1850 in England. This vessel was designed to hold softened food or pap, typically consisting of milk, bread, flour, and sugar. The teat or spout attached to it allowed infants to suckle their nourishment conveniently. On the right side stands an invalid feeder with similar characteristics but intended for adults who were unable to consume solid foods due to illness or infirmity. Both feeders served as vital tools in providing sustenance during a time when healthcare was vastly different from what we know today. The antique allure of these feeding vessels is enhanced by their historical significance and association with English culture. Against a serene blue background, this photograph captures not only objects frozen in time but also echoes the compassion and dedication required for nursing both infants and those facing health challenges during the 1800s. As we reflect on this image's rich history and cultural context, it reminds us how far we have come in terms of medical advancements while honoring the caregivers who relied on such ingenious devices over a century ago.

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