Quack selling drug, c.1900 (chromolithograph)

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Quack selling drug, c.1900 (chromolithograph)

7293230 Quack selling drug, c.1900 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Medicine. Pharmacy. Quack selling drug against boldness. Chromo, France, ca 1900.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Media ID 38519574

© Photo: © Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images

Bottle Bottles Cure Dealer Druggist Pharmaceutical Pharmacist Pharmacy Street Trade Street Vendor Wholesalers Lithos Litography Seller Vendor

EDITORS COMMENTS
This chromolithograph from c.1900 depicts a scene of a quack selling a drug purported to cure baldness on the bustling streets of France. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring this early 20th-century image to life, showcasing the artistry of lithography during that time. The quack, with his persuasive demeanor and colorful bottles of medicine, is surrounded by curious onlookers eager to try his miraculous cure. The scene captures the essence of street trade in Europe, where vendors like him would peddle their wares to passersby in hopes of making a sale. The French influence is evident in the style and design of this chromo print, adding an air of sophistication to the otherwise ordinary street setting. The pharmacist's display is meticulously arranged, drawing attention to each bottle and its supposed healing properties. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are transported back in time to an era when remedies for common ailments were sold openly on the streets. It serves as a reminder of how far medicine has come since then, but also as a testament to the enduring allure of quackery and snake oil salesmen throughout history.

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