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Advert for Beechams Pills 1887
What are the Wild Waves saying ? Try BREECHAMs PILLS!
1887
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14270311
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1887 Beecham Beechams Medicines Pill Pills Swim Swimming Waves Wear Wild
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our vintage-inspired Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating advertisement hails from 1887, featuring the iconic "Wild Waves" illustration by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. The waves boldly proclaim, "Try BEECHAM's PILLS!" - a testament to the power of advertising history. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home décor with this unique and eye-catching piece.
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 Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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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