VERMONT: MEDICINE MAN, 1937. A medicine man at the Vermont State Fair in Rutland, Vermont

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VERMONT: MEDICINE MAN, 1937. A medicine man at the Vermont State Fair in Rutland, Vermont

VERMONT: MEDICINE MAN, 1937.
A medicine man at the Vermont State Fair in Rutland, Vermont. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, September 1937

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1937 Arthur Audience Fair Medicine Medicine Man Patent Medicine Rothstein Rutland September Snake State Fair Travelling Truck Vermont Unidentified

EDITORS COMMENTS
VERMONT: MEDICINE MAN, 1937. Capturing the essence of early American entertainment, this photograph transports us to the Vermont State Fair in Rutland, September 1937. The image showcases a charismatic medicine man captivating an eager audience with his mysterious remedies and enchanting showmanship. Photographed by Arthur Rothstein, one of America's most renowned photographers from the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this snapshot captures a moment frozen in time. As we gaze upon the scene, we are transported back to an era where snake oil salesmen roamed the country promising miracle cures for all ailments. The unidentified medicine man stands proudly beside his traveling truck filled with patent medicines and elixirs that promised to cure everything from common colds to chronic illnesses. Surrounding him is a crowd of curious onlookers who have gathered at the fairgrounds to witness this spectacle. With its rustic exterior and North American charm, this photograph encapsulates both the allure and skepticism surrounding these traveling medicine shows. It serves as a reminder of a bygone era when people sought hope and healing through unconventional means. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to appreciate not only Arthur Rothstein's talent but also provides us with a glimpse into America's rich cultural history.

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