Fine Art Print : Medical / Midwife
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Medical / Midwife
A Midwife
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 574778
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10011460
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.2cm x 50.8cm (14.3" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intense and transformative moment of childbirth in the mid-19th century, as a skilled midwife assists a woman in labor. The historical photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an era before the widespread use of modern medical interventions during childbirth. The midwife, dressed in a traditional long skirt and apron, is fully engaged in the delivery process, her expression a blend of focus, compassion, and experience. Her hands are poised to support the woman's body, while her eyes are fixed on the baby's imminent arrival. The woman, in turn, clutches the midwife's arms, her face contorted in the intense effort of giving birth. The scene is set in a humble, dimly lit room, with simple furnishings and a fire burning in the hearth. The midwife's tools, including forceps and a birthing stool, are within reach, ready for use if necessary. The atmosphere is one of quiet intensity, with the midwife's calm presence providing a sense of safety and reassurance to both mother and baby. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the past, reminding us of the vital role midwives played in bringing new life into the world before the advent of modern medical technology. The image is a testament to the enduring power of human connection and the resilience of the human spirit, as women continued to give birth in their homes, often with the help of skilled midwives, long after the development of hospitals and obstetricians. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting and valuing the unique experiences and knowledge of midwives, who continue to provide essential maternity care to women around the world today.
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