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Jean-Louis Alibert treating typhoid patients at the Hopital Saint-Louis (oil on canvas)
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Jean-Louis Alibert treating typhoid patients at the Hopital Saint-Louis (oil on canvas)
CHT370258 Jean-Louis Alibert treating typhoid patients at the Hopital Saint-Louis (oil on canvas) by French School, (19th century); Mairie de Villefranche-de-Rouergue, France; (add.info.: Alibert soignant les typhiques; nurses, nuns and other doctors attending to and nursing other sufferers; Baron Alibert (1768-1837); French doctor; medecin en Chef at the Hospital Saint Louis; later personal physician to King Louis XVIII and King Charles X; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23546884
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Contagion Disease Epidemia Epidemic Illness Pandemic Sick Sickness
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The captivating oil on canvas painting, titled "Jean-Louis Alibert treating typhoid patients at the Hopital Saint-Louis" transports viewers to a significant moment in medical history. Created by the French School in the 19th century, this masterpiece captures the tireless efforts of Baron Jean-Louis Alibert as he tends to typhoid patients. In this poignant scene, we witness nurses, nuns, and other doctors joining forces with Alibert to provide care and comfort to those afflicted by this devastating disease. The composition skillfully portrays their dedication and compassion amidst an atmosphere of urgency and despair. Baron Alibert himself stands at the center of attention, embodying strength and expertise as he administers treatment. His illustrious career as medecin en Chef at the Hospital Saint Louis is evident through his confident demeanor. Notably, he would later become personal physician to both King Louis XVIII and King Charles X. This artwork not only serves as a tribute to Alibert's unwavering commitment but also sheds light on the harsh realities faced during epidemics in the 18th century. The artist's meticulous attention to detail allows us a glimpse into a world plagued by illness, where every touch holds both healing potential and risk of contagion. As we admire this historical piece from Mairie de Villefranche-de-Rouergue in France, let us reflect upon how far medicine has come since then while acknowledging that compassion remains an essential element in healthcare
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