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James Graham, Scottish quack doctor, 1795. Artist: John Kay
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James Graham, Scottish quack doctor, 1795. Artist: John Kay
James Graham, Scottish quack doctor, 1795. Graham (1745-1794) set up the Temple of Health in The Adelphi, London. He used milk baths, friction, electricity and magnetism in the treatments he offered. A practising vegetarian, Graham is shown here in his usual white linen clothes and black silk stockings
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This print captures the enigmatic figure of James Graham, a Scottish quack doctor from 1795. Created by the talented artist John Kay, this caricature offers a glimpse into Graham's unconventional medical practices and distinctive fashion sense. Graham, known for establishing the Temple of Health in The Adelphi, London, employed various alternative treatments such as milk baths, friction therapy, electricity, and magnetism. A staunch vegetarian himself, he is depicted here wearing his customary attire of white linen clothes and black silk stockings. The image portrays both the eccentricity and charisma that surrounded Graham's profession. With women surrounding him in admiration or seeking treatment for their ailments, it highlights his popularity among female clientele. Meanwhile, men observe with curiosity as they ponder his unorthodox methods. In this snapshot of 18th-century Britain's medical landscape, we witness the intersection between science and showmanship. While some may dismiss Graham as a mere charlatan due to his quackery label, others recognize him as an emblematic figure who challenged traditional medicine norms. Through this monochrome etching preserved by Oxford Science Archive and collected by James Graham himself (not to be confused with any commercial use), we are transported back in time to witness an era where professions like Graham's thrived on innovation and controversy alike.
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