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Advert for Mellins Emulsion 1895
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Advert for Mellins Emulsion 1895
Mellins Emulsion, medicine for children and adults to help with coughs, colds and bronchitis.
1895
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Bronchitis Burner Colds Cough Coughs Doctor Emulsion Flame Handkerchief Illness Liver Mellins Poor 1895
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This evocative image, published in the Illustrated London News in 1895, showcases a compassionate moment between a caring adult and a young, ill child during the Victorian era. The boy, bundled up against the cold, sits on a rickety chair, his small face contorted with discomfort as he coughs into a handkerchief. In the foreground, a man tends to him, holding a flame from a burner to warm a bottle of Mellins Emulsion. The emulsion, a popular remedy for coughs, colds, and bronchitis during the 1890s, contained hypophosphites, a common ingredient in many Victorian-era medicines. The scene exudes a sense of tenderness and concern, as the man's expression conveys a deep empathy for the child's suffering. The dimly lit room, with its worn furnishings and simple decor, underscores the modest circumstances of the family. The use of a cod liver oil bottle on the table, another common remedy for various ailments during this time, further emphasizes the era's reliance on natural remedies. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges and hardships faced by families during the Victorian era, particularly during the winter months when illnesses were more prevalent. Despite the harsh conditions, the bond between the caregiver and the child remains unbroken, offering a glimmer of hope and comfort in the face of adversity.
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