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Surgery Cures Stupidity
SATIRE:RESULTS OF ETHER - surgery as a cure-all: young mans stupidity cured by replacing straw head- stuffing with a brain
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Media ID 579704
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10022821
1847 Brain Cure Cured Ether Psychology Replacing Results Satire Straw Stuffing Stupid Stupidity
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: "Surgery Cures Stupidity" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This satirical engraving, created in the 19th century, offers a humorous take on the popular belief that surgery could cure all ailments, even stupidity. In this image, a young man's straw-stuffed head is replaced with a brain during a surgical procedure, symbolizing the transformation from ignorance to knowledge. Add a touch of wit and humor to your home or office decor with this unique and intriguing piece of historical art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 47.5cm (20" x 18.7")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This satirical print from Mary Evans Picture Library titled "Surgery Cures Stupidity" is a humorous take on the idea of surgery as a cure-all for various ailments. The image depicts a young man with a straw head, symbolizing his perceived stupidity, undergoing surgery to have his straw stuffing replaced with a brain.
Created in 1847, during a time when medical practices were still evolving and ether was being used as an anesthetic, this print reflects the historical context of early psychological beliefs and treatments. The absurdity of the concept that replacing one's stuffing could cure their stupidity adds an element of humor to the piece.
Through clever satire, this artwork challenges conventional ideas about intelligence and medical intervention. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in our understanding of psychology and medicine since the 19th century.
Overall, "Surgery Cures Stupidity" is not only visually intriguing but also thought-provoking. It invites viewers to reflect on societal attitudes towards intelligence and the lengths people may go to in search of solutions for perceived shortcomings. This print is sure to spark conversations and laughter among those who appreciate its witty commentary on human nature.
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