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Plague doctor, 17th century artwork
Plague doctor. 17th century artwork titled Doktor Schnabel von Rom (Beak Doctor from Rome). The text is in Latin. The costumes bronze mask contained aromatic herbs and reduced exposure to bad air, as did gloves and an oiled undergarment and cloak. Bubonic plague (the Black Death) affected Europe from the 1340s to the 1700s, killing millions. This German artwork, by Paul Furst (1608-1666), is based on an earlier work by J. Columbina, and dates from 1656. This version is from Die Karikatur und Satire in der Medizin (Caricature and Satire in Medicine, 1921) by the German art historian and physician Eugen Hollander (1867-1932)
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1600s 1656 17th Century 1921 Art History Bacterial Bubonic Plague Cane Costume Death Die Karikatur Und Satire In Der Medizin Disease Control Doctor Epidemic Epidemiology Eugen Hollander Fatal German History Of Medicine Infection Italian Italy Latin Text Mask Masked Pandemic Physician Printed Protection Protective Robes Rome Mono Chrome Oiled Patrolling Plague Doctor
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's vast collection. This captivating 17th century artwork, titled "Doktor Schnabel von Rom" (Beak Doctor from Rome), showcases the intriguing figure of a Plague Doctor. Dressed in protective clothing and wearing an elaborate bronze mask filled with aromatic herbs, this enigmatic figure bravely ventured into the heart of plague-stricken cities to provide care and alleviate suffering. Add an air of mystery and history to your space with this evocative and thought-provoking print from Science Photo Library.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 50.8cm (14.6" 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.
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This print showcases a 17th-century artwork titled "Doktor Schnabel von Rom" (Beak Doctor from Rome), depicting a plague doctor. The Latin text accompanying the image provides insight into the costume's purpose and design. During the devastating Bubonic plague, which ravaged Europe for centuries, this German artwork by Paul Furst served as an essential tool in understanding the historical context of disease control. The bronze mask worn by the beak doctor contained aromatic herbs, offering protection against harmful air. Additionally, gloves and an oiled undergarment and cloak further reduced exposure to infection. This illustration is based on an earlier work by J. Columbina and dates back to 1656. Printed in black and white monochrome style, this thought-provoking image captures a masked figure patrolling amidst an epidemic-ridden cityscape with his cane in hand. It symbolizes both the fatal consequences of infectious diseases like bubonic plague and humanity's ongoing battle against them. Originally featured in Eugen Hollander's renowned book "Die Karikatur und Satire in der Medizin" (Caricature and Satire in Medicine) published in 1921, this photograph offers a glimpse into history through artistry. It serves as a testament to how medicine has evolved over time while reminding us of the importance of epidemiology, disease control measures, and protective equipment that we still rely on today.
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