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Metal Print : Dr. Elisha Perkins using a quack metallic tractor. Cartoon by James Gillray, late 18th century
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Dr. Elisha Perkins using a quack metallic tractor. Cartoon by James Gillray, late 18th century
GILLRAY CARTOON: QUACK.
Dr. Elisha Perkins using a quack metallic tractor. Cartoon by James Gillray, late 18th century
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Media ID 8866247
Gillray House Call Illness Medicine Patient Political Quack Tractor
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the whimsical artwork of James Gillray's "Quack" cartoon. This captivating 18th-century print depicts Dr. Elisha Perkins, a renowned quack doctor, using a metallic tractor in a humorous illustration. Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office with this high-quality metal print. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal sheets, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Embrace the wit and humor of the past with this unique and intriguing piece from Media Storehouse.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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.
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In this intriguing late 18th-century cartoon by James Gillray, titled "Quack" we are transported back to a time when medical practices were far from scientific. The image depicts Dr. Elisha Perkins utilizing a quack metallic tractor on his patient during a house call in England. The scene is filled with humor and political undertones as Gillray satirizes the dubious nature of medicine during that era. The term "quack" refers to an individual who falsely claims medical expertise, often peddling ineffective remedies for profit. Dr. Perkins, portrayed here as an English physician, is seen wielding the metallic tractor - a device believed to have healing powers by some at the time. This contraption was said to cure various ailments through its supposed ability to draw out disease from the body using metal rods. Gillray's cartoon captures both skepticism and amusement surrounding such unconventional medical treatments prevalent in the 18th century. It serves as a reminder of how far our understanding of medicine has progressed since then. This artwork not only provides historical insight into healthcare practices but also showcases Gillray's talent for political satire. Through his clever illustrations, he sheds light on societal issues while entertaining viewers with his wit and creativity.
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