SURGERY CURES INFIDELITY

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SURGERY CURES INFIDELITY

SATIRE:RESULTS OF ETHER - surgery as a cure-all: infidelity cured by replacing much-pierced heart Date: 1847

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1847 Cure Cured Cures Ether Heart Infidelity Pierced Replacing Results Satire Surgery

EDITORS COMMENTS
In the quirky and satirical world of 19th century medical practices, this intriguing print titled "Surgery Cures Infidelity: Results of Ether - Surgery as a Cure-all: Infidelity Cured by Replacing Much-Pierced Heart" offers a humorous commentary on the perceived power of surgery to heal all ills, even the most unconventional ones. Dated 1847, this print depicts a scene in a surgical theater, where a doctor, wearing the traditional attire of the time, is performing an operation on a heart that appears to be adorned with numerous piercings. The heart, symbolizing love and emotions, is being replaced with a pristine, unblemished one, suggesting that the cure for infidelity lies in the removal of the old, damaged heart and the installation of a new one. The use of ether as an anesthetic adds an interesting layer to this satirical piece. Ether, a volatile organic compound, was discovered in 1670 but was not used as an anesthetic until the late 1840s. Its popularity grew rapidly due to its ability to render patients unconscious during surgery, making the procedure less painful and more bearable. The print plays on this newfound medical marvel by implying that ether not only makes surgery possible but also effective in curing infidelity. The print's satirical nature is further emphasized by the exaggerated expressions of the doctor and the assistants, their wide-eyed gazes, and the theatrical setting. The print serves as a reminder of the absurdities and misconceptions that often accompanied medical practices during this era, and the lengths people would go to in their quest for cures, even for something as intangible as infidelity. This fascinating print offers a unique glimpse into the historical context of medical practices and the role of satire in challenging societal norms.

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