Home > Granger Art on Demand > Medicine
English advertisement, c1900, for an American cough syrup
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Granger
English advertisement, c1900, for an American cough syrup
PATENT MEDICINE, c1900.
English advertisement, c1900, for an American cough syrup
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 8864363
1890s 1900 1900s Decade Crime Doctor Edwardian Fake Fraud Medicinal Patent Patent Medicine Quack Cough Syrup
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Related Images
> Granger Art on Demand
> Medicine
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the early 1900s, capturing an English advertisement for an American cough syrup. The image exudes a sense of nostalgia, transporting us to a time when patent medicines were prevalent and often questioned. The ad showcases the typical elements of its era - a distinguished doctor in his Edwardian attire endorsing the product with confidence. However, behind this seemingly legitimate facade lies a world of quackery and fraud that plagued the medicinal industry during those times. As we delve deeper into this intriguing piece of history, we are reminded of the dubious nature surrounding patent medicines. These concoctions promised miraculous cures but often contained questionable ingredients or had no scientific basis whatsoever. Dr Kilmer's Indian Cough Cure is one such example that gained popularity in both England and America at the turn of the century. This photograph serves as a reminder not only of our progress in medical science but also highlights how easily people can be swayed by false promises. It stands as evidence that even in an age where crime was rampant within medicine, individuals sought relief from their ailments through any means possible. Let this image transport you to a time when fake remedies dominated shelves, reminding us to question what we put into our bodies and seek genuine solutions backed by rigorous research and expertise.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
