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Cartoon depicting a child terrified by a dentist's advertisement, 19th century
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Cartoon depicting a child terrified by a dentist's advertisement, 19th century
5309148 Cartoon depicting a child terrified by a dentist's advertisement, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a child terrified by a dentist's advertisement. Dated 19th century
01/02/1852); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38410292
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Dentist Terrified Terror Advertizing Fear Phobia Phobic
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This 19th century cartoon captures the sheer terror of a child faced with a dentist's advertisement. The look of fear in the child's eyes is palpable, as they shrink back in horror at the thought of visiting the dreaded dentist. The exaggerated features and comical style of the illustration add to the satirical nature of the piece, highlighting society's collective phobia surrounding dental visits.
The artist skillfully conveys not only the child's fear, but also comments on the power of advertising to instill such dread in young minds. The use of humor and exaggeration serves as a scathing critique on how advertisements can manipulate emotions and create irrational fears.
In this scene, we see a snapshot of childhood innocence being shattered by an ominous advertisement for dental services. It serves as a reminder that even something as routine as going to the dentist can be turned into a source of terror through clever marketing tactics.
Overall, this cartoon is both humorous and thought-provoking, offering insight into societal attitudes towards dentistry and advertising during the 19th century. It reminds us that fear is often just a perception created by external influences, rather than reality itself.
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