Advert for Harness Electropathic corset belts 1891
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Advert for Harness Electropathic corset belts 1891
Advert for Harness Electropathic corset belts no taking poisonous drugs or quack nostrums. Claims to cure all rheumatic and nervous affections.
1891
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1891 Ailments Appetite Appliance Battery Belt Belts Claiming Corset Cure Cures Disease Disposition Electric Electrical Electro Electropathic Fever Gout Harness Indigestion Kidney Loss Lumbago Mens Rheumatic Rheumatism Sciatica Sleeplessness Treatment
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Time Travel with this Captivating Advertisement from the 1891 Illustrated London News: Harness Electropathic Corset Belts Step back in time with this intriguing advertisement for Harness Electropathic Corset Belts, published in the Illustrated London News in 1891. The ad promises relief from a wide range of ailments, including rheumatic and nervous afflictions, without the need for poisonous drugs or quack nostrums. The Harness Electropathic Corset Belts were a popular alternative medical treatment during the Victorian era, offering a more respectable and scientific approach to health and wellness. The belts were believed to provide electrical stimulation to the body, which was thought to promote healing and alleviate pain. The advertisement features a stylishly dressed woman and man, each wearing one of the electropathic corset belts. The woman's belt is adorned with delicate floral patterns, while the man's belt is more understated in design. Both models exude confidence and ease, suggesting that the belts not only offer medical benefits but also enhance one's appearance. The text of the advertisement lists a multitude of ailments that the belts can supposedly cure or alleviate, including sleeplessness, fever, rheumatism, gout, sciatica, lumbago, indigestion, loss of appetite, kidney disease, and more. The ad also emphasizes the importance of proper clothing and hygiene in maintaining good health. This advertisement offers a glimpse into the medical beliefs and practices of the late 1800s, as well as the fashion trends and social norms of the time. It is a fascinating reminder of the ways in which people in the past sought to improve their health and well-being, and the role that advertising played in shaping their perceptions and choices.
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