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Advert for Beechams Pills 1887
What are the Wild Waves saying ? Try BREECHAMs PILLS!
1887
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Media ID 14270311
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1887 Beecham Beechams Medicines Pill Pills Swim Swimming Waves Wear Wild
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating advertisement, hailing from 1887, showcases the iconic "Wild Waves" image from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans Prints Online. With a powerful message encouraging the viewer to "Try BEECHAMs PILLS!", this print is not only a stunning addition to any art collection but also a fascinating glimpse into advertising history. Let the allure of this captivating image transport you back in time and elevate your space with its unique charm.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the captivating image from the Illustrated London News Ltd archives, dated 1887, a group of women and children are seen frolicking in the wild, turbulent waves. The title above the scene reads, "What are the Wild Waves saying? Try BEECHAM'S PILLS!" The Victorian era comes alive as we observe the elegantly dressed women and children bravely wading through the rough waters, their determined expressions hinting at the excitement and joy they find in the challenge. The woman in the foreground, wearing a voluminous gown and holding a young girl, looks back at the shore with a smile, while the child clings to her, her eyes wide with wonder. In the background, another woman in a stylish bathing costume helps a young boy onto a large float, while another woman and a girl playfully splash water at each other. The scene is filled with a sense of energy and vitality, as if to say that even the most challenging circumstances can be overcome with the right spirit and the help of a trusted friend. Beecham's Pills, the unspoken hero of the image, were a popular remedy during the 1880s, known for their ability to alleviate various ailments, including digestive issues and headaches. The advertisement's playful use of the wild waves as a metaphor for life's challenges and the pills as the solution is a clever marketing ploy that effectively conveys the brand's promise of relief and strength. This evocative image, with its timeless appeal and intriguing narrative, invites us to reflect on the power of nature, the importance of resilience, and the enduring allure of a simple day at the beach.
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