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Advertisement for Kiers Genuine Petroleum, or Rock Oil, c1850
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Advertisement for Kiers Genuine Petroleum, or Rock Oil, c1850
AD: PATENT MEDICINE, c1850.
Advertisement for Kiers Genuine Petroleum, or Rock Oil, c1850
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1850 Deception Patent Medicine Pennsylvania Petroleum Pittsburgh Poster Typeface
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This vintage print takes us back to the mid-19th century, specifically around 1850, when patent medicine advertisements were all the rage. The focal point of this poster is an intriguing advertisement for Kiers Genuine Petroleum, also known as Rock Oil. Originating from Pennsylvania's oil-rich region in Pittsburgh, this unique product claimed to possess extraordinary healing properties. The typography used in this advertisement is a testament to the artistic flair of that era. The carefully chosen typeface adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall design. It effortlessly draws our attention towards the bold claims made by Kiers Genuine Petroleum. However, behind its visually appealing facade lies an element of deception often associated with patent medicines during that time period. These products were notorious for making exaggerated health promises without any scientific evidence or regulation. Nonetheless, this print serves as a fascinating glimpse into advertising practices of yesteryears and offers valuable insights into how companies marketed their products before modern regulations came into effect. It reminds us of a time when consumers had limited access to information about such remedies and relied heavily on eye-catching visuals like these posters. As part of Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, this print preserves an important piece of history while sparking curiosity about the evolution of marketing strategies throughout centuries past.
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