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Advertisement, Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People (engraving)
1598531 Advertisement, Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 February 1899.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22552282
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Holborn Viaduct Adverisements Adverting Advertise Advertisers Advertising Company Advertisment Advertizing
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This engraving from the 19th century showcases an intriguing advertisement for Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. The image, part of a private collection, transports us back to a time when advertising was both artistic and persuasive. The illustration, originally featured in The Illustrated London News on February 18,1899, captures the attention with its vibrant colors and meticulous details. It depicts Miss Clara Torr standing proudly in front of Holborn Viaduct in London, representing the face of Dr Williams Medicine Company's revolutionary product. Dr Williams Pink Pills were marketed as a remedy specifically designed to combat paleness and restore vitality. This unique advertisement highlights the pills' effectiveness through Miss Clara Torr's radiant complexion after using them. The artist skillfully portrays her glowing skin and rosy cheeks as a testament to their transformative power. As we delve into this historical piece, it becomes evident that advertising has always played an essential role in society. This particular ad not only promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills but also reflects the creativity and ingenuity employed by advertisers during that era. Bridgeman Images perfectly preserves this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder's collection. It serves as a reminder of how advertisements have evolved over time while still capturing our imagination and enticing us with promises of improved well-being - just like those alluring pink pills did more than a century ago.
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