Blood letting: physician bleeding a patient from the arm. 1596 (woodcut from a translation by Sir John Harrington of a 12th or 13th century poem based on the Salernian Rule of Health and published 1596)

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Blood letting: physician bleeding a patient from the arm. 1596 (woodcut from a translation by Sir John Harrington of a 12th or 13th century poem based on the Salernian Rule of Health and published 1596)

527531 Blood letting: physician bleeding a patient from the arm. 1596 (woodcut from a translation by Sir John Harrington of a 12th or 13th century poem based on the Salernian Rule of Health and published 1596); (add.info.: 'To bleed doth cheer the pensive, and remove/The raging fires bred by burning love.'); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38452608

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This woodcut print from 1596 depicts a physician performing bloodletting on a patient, following the ancient Salernian Rule of Health. The scene captures a moment of medical treatment that was believed to cheer the pensive and remove raging fires bred by burning love, as described in a 12th or 13th century poem translated by Sir John Harrington. In this black and white image, we see the skilled physician carefully bleeding the patient from their arm, showcasing the traditional practice of bloodletting as a form of medical treatment during the Renaissance era. The intricate details in the woodcut highlight the precision and expertise required for such procedures. The historical significance of this artwork lies in its representation of early medical practices and beliefs surrounding health and healing. It serves as a reminder of how far medicine has come since then, while also shedding light on the cultural context in which these treatments were administered. Overall, this print offers viewers a glimpse into an intriguing aspect of medical history, inviting us to reflect on how perceptions and practices in healthcare have evolved over time.

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