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Alternative Medicine
1910: A patient recuperating in the spa town of Harrogate is wired up to an electric machine used for the cure of frostbite and rheumatism. (Photo by W. G. Phillips/Phillips/Getty Images)
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W. G. Phillips
Media ID 20349907
Equipment Format Landscape Medical Equipment Occupations
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photograph captured by W. G. Phillips in 1910, we are transported back in time to witness a unique form of alternative medicine. The image portrays a male patient recuperating in the serene spa town of Harrogate, Europe. His face is calm and his eyes closed, suggesting a state of relaxation amidst his treatment. The focal point of the photo is an intriguing electric machine that the patient is connected to via wires. This contraption was specifically designed for the cure of frostbite and rheumatism - ailments that plagued many during that era. Its purpose remains shrouded in mystery as we ponder how electricity could have been utilized as a healing force. The composition exudes an air of professionalism with medical equipment scattered around the room, indicating the presence of dedicated healthcare practitioners who were pioneers in their field at that time. W. G. Phillips skillfully captures not only the physical setting but also manages to convey emotions through this snapshot frozen in time. It serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit for innovative solutions even when faced with challenging health conditions. This remarkable print from Fine Art Storehouse allows us to reflect on our past while appreciating how far medical science has progressed since then, reminding us never to underestimate human ingenuity and our unwavering quest for better health and well-being.
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