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6.00" x 8.00"
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8.00" x 10.00"
Will Cure What Ails You Art Print
by Pharris Art
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Will Cure What Ails You art print by Pharris Art. Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All art prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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I was inspired by ma's old home remedy of using liniment to cure stomachaches to create a mock advertisement for a fake liniment that could have been... more
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Artist's Description
I was inspired by ma's old home remedy of using liniment to "cure" stomachaches to create a mock advertisement for a fake liniment that could have been around in the early 20th century. Liniment you could take orally (rather than by rubbing it on your body--or that of your horse...) is not fiction. In fact, it's still being sold today. However, I took liberties with ingredients--I don't know if anyone ever used all of them together to create a concoction, but it wasn't unusual for some or most of the ingredients to be found in at least one ingestible tonic, maybe just not in combination--for my invented product. Patent medicines were very popular in the late 19th century through the early part of the 20th century. Although many were found to be false claims peddled by charlatans at best, and dangerous at worst, some did seem to have health benefits; and others managed to last, albeit as refreshments or supplements. I have a slightly odd sense of humor so I found the idea of painting a...
About Pharris Art
I am a self-taught artist. I work with various mediums including acrylic, watercolors, pastels, graphic arts, film, digital photography, and digital imaging. Much of my work involves mixed mediums. I am also a portrait artist and illustrator, heavily influenced and inspired by the communities in which I have lived. I also enjoy illustrating sports scenes, painting portraits, and drawing cartoons. I take on limited freelance work, so please contact me if you are interested in having a portrait or caricature made. Follow me on Twitter or check out my boards on Pinterest: @pharrisart Like me on Facebook: facebook.com/PharrisArt.Fan.Page
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John Malone
Congratulations on this marvellous creation being FEATURED in Best Posters Group! L, John, group administrator
Pharris Art replied:
What great news!
Marcia Colelli
Very cool image and work. L
Pharris Art replied:
I appreciate that, Marcia.
John Malone
Cool! V/F You should submit it to Best Posters group!
Pharris Art replied:
Thanks, John.
Lianne Schneider
What a unique and creative style you have - your own version of "pop art" but with an individual flair. This is wonderfully nostalgic! Great piece. Voted
Pharris Art replied:
Thanks so much for your comments Lianne!