Antique Advertising - DR Ridges Food For Infants

Charming Victorian-era advertising print on wood for Dr. Ridge's Food for Infants, signed by W. Spalding. Measuring 6 x 8.5 inches, this delightful piece features the playful verse "Hush A Bye Baby! Didn't He Yell! For Mammy and Bottle and Ridge's As Well." The advertisement showcases the product in its distinctive glass bottle with rubber nipple, a staple of 19th-century infant nutrition. Ridge's Food was a roasted, dehydrated cereal flour mixed with milk to create a nourishing pap—a trusted choice for Victorian families. The lower portion references celebrated performers from the Mohawk Minstrels, the renowned Islington-based music hall troupe, including James Francis, Charles Townley, and Sidney Franks, this is an exceptional piece of social and commercial history, capturing both the marketing ingenuity and cultural references of the era. Perfect for collectors of antique advertising, Victorian memorabilia, and social history enthusiasts.