Infection Collection (page 6)

Midget (colour litho)
5198407 Midget (colour litho) by Garnier, Jules Arsene (1847-89) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Midget. Illustration for Les Jeux Du Cirque et La Vie Foraine by Hugues Le Roux (Plon)

German tenor Max Alvary as Siegfried in Richard Wagners opera Die Walkure at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
6014117 German tenor Max Alvary as Siegfried in Richard Wagners opera Die Walkure at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London (litho) by Birkenruth

German tenor Julius Lieban as Mime in Richard Wagners opera Siegfried (litho)
6014111 German tenor Julius Lieban as Mime in Richard Wagners opera Siegfried (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Black Kitchen of Death (colour litho)
6000143 The Black Kitchen of Death (colour litho) by Seitz, Otto (1846-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Black Kitchen of Death)

Wedding photograph of Charles Sherwood Stratton, American entertainer known as General Tom Thumb, and his wife
6030644 Wedding photograph of Charles Sherwood Stratton, American entertainer known as General Tom Thumb, and his wife, Lavinia Warren

Mediaeval Pastime--Minstrels, Jugglers, and Dwarf (engraving)
655723 Mediaeval Pastime--Minstrels, Jugglers, and Dwarf (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mediaeval Pastime--Minstrels, Jugglers, and Dwarf)

Advertisement for Izal antiseptic (litho)
979326 Advertisement for Izal antiseptic (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Izal antiseptic)

Soldier and midget
LLM457916 Soldier and midget by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soldier and midget. Victorian scrap.); © Look and Learn

Ticket to visit Miss Millie Chrisine, the two-headed nightingale (engraving)
608643 Ticket to visit Miss Millie Chrisine, the two-headed nightingale (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ticket to visit Miss Millie Chrisine)

Advert for an appearance of Don Francisco Hidalgo (engraving)
608622 Advert for an appearance of Don Francisco Hidalgo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advert for an appearance of Don Francisco Hidalgo)

The pigmies of Piccadilly: Lucia Zarath and General Mite with the exhibitor (engraving)
608609 The pigmies of Piccadilly: Lucia Zarath and General Mite with the exhibitor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The pigmies of Piccadilly)

Saint Pauls converted into a Pest House (engraving)
725517 Saint Pauls converted into a Pest House (engraving) by Franklin, John (c.1800-c.1868); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Pauls converted into a Pest House)

The Dwarf and the Gemstone (chromolitho)
734919 The Dwarf and the Gemstone (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dwarf and the Gemstone)

Snow White and Rose Red Brush Snow from the Bear (chromolitho)
734914 Snow White and Rose Red Brush Snow from the Bear (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snow White and Rose Red Brush Snow from the Bear)

Then the dwarfs held it out to her (colour litho)
2813702 Then the dwarfs held it out to her (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Then the dwarfs held it out to her)

In the Popes Anteroom, The Medici, After Visiting Leo XIII, Destroy Every Last Hopes (Colour Litho)
2798685 In the Popes Anteroom, The Medici, After Visiting Leo XIII, Destroy Every Last Hopes (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Popes Anteroom)

The Last Moments Of Maestro Verdi In His Room, At Hotel Milan (Colour Litho)
2798398 The Last Moments Of Maestro Verdi In His Room, At Hotel Milan (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Moments Of Maestro Verdi In His Room)

Jeffrey Hudson, English court dwarf and jester at the court of King Charles I and Queen Henrietta Maria (chromolitho)
2788778 Jeffrey Hudson, English court dwarf and jester at the court of King Charles I and Queen Henrietta Maria (chromolitho) by European School

Bovine tuberculosis (engraving)
3097169 Bovine tuberculosis (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bovine tuberculosis)

Precautions taken against the plague in Japan, 1908
An example to India: exterminating the microbe-carrying rat. Remarkable precautions taken against the plague in Japan. Photographs include sorting

Scarlet Fever at Barnardos Home
A card published by the Barnardos Girls Village Home at Barkingside, Essex, extolling the success of its infection limitation during an outbreak of scarlet fever. Date: 1914

Cholera Morbus, from Relacao, Historica, Statistica e Medica da Cholera-Morbus
CHT236344 Cholera Morbus, from Relacao, Historica, Statistica e Medica da Cholera-Morbus by Francisco d Assis de Souza Vaz, 1833 (coloured engraving) by French School

Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles
5309389 Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles)

Wyband Lolkes, the Dutch dwarf (engraving)
609517 Wyband Lolkes, the Dutch dwarf (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wyband Lolkes, the Dutch dwarf); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Mr Matthew Buchinger, the wonderful little man of Nurenberg (engraving)
609511 Mr Matthew Buchinger, the wonderful little man of Nurenberg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Matthew Buchinger)

Favus, from a book by Daniel Cornelius Danielssen (1815-94) 1892 (coloured engraving)
CHT236758 Favus, from a book by Daniel Cornelius Danielssen (1815-94) 1892 (coloured engraving) by Norwegian School, (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; Norwegian, out of copyright

The Bear Turns into a Prince (chromolitho)
734917 The Bear Turns into a Prince (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bear Turns into a Prince)

Blaize tasting the Plague Medicines (engraving)
725529 Blaize tasting the Plague Medicines (engraving) by Franklin, John (c.1800-c.1868); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blaize tasting the Plague Medicines)

The crimes of ignorance, the people of Molfetta destroy a cart of disinfectants intended for... (colour litho)
2815377 The crimes of ignorance, the people of Molfetta destroy a cart of disinfectants intended for... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Irish Giant and the little Polish Nobleman (engraving)
2796554 The Irish Giant and the little Polish Nobleman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Irish Giant and the little Polish Nobleman)

Outbreak of cholera among Turkish troops at Catalca, Turkey (colour litho)
2779881 Outbreak of cholera among Turkish troops at Catalca, Turkey (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Outbreak of plague in Manchuria (colour litho)
2779691 Outbreak of plague in Manchuria (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Outbreak of plague in Manchuria. La peste en Mandchourie)

Nurses are having fun (Colour Litho)
2777743 Nurses are having fun (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The nurses are having fun)

Snow White and Rose Red (colour litho)
3622324 Snow White and Rose Red (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snow White and Rose Red)

Circus troupe (b / w photo)
3096496 Circus troupe (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Circus troupe. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Winter on the skyscrapers (Colour Litho)
2808870 Winter on the skyscrapers (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winter on the skyscrapers)

Advert for Sanitas flu fumigator 1897
Advertisement for Sanitas fumigator, for the treatment of influenza and other lung and throat infections. Date: 1897

Poster, The British public is not to be sneezed at
Ministry of Health poster, The British public is not to be sneezed at -- coughs and sneezes spread diseases -- use your handkerchief to trap the germs and prevent droplet infection. circa 1950s

Extremes in height (coloured photo)
1092356 Extremes in height (coloured photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Extremes in height. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Dwarf with the Long Nose (coloured engraving)
979180 The Dwarf with the Long Nose (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dwarf with the Long Nose.); © Look and Learn

Also this year a strange pilgrimage took place in China, in the mountains west of Beijing (colour litho)
2778502 Also this year a strange pilgrimage took place in China, in the mountains west of Beijing (colour litho) by Beltrame

The convalescence of Pius X, the pontiff in the presence of his sisters, takes the first steps in his... (colour litho)
2815468 The convalescence of Pius X, the pontiff in the presence of his sisters, takes the first steps in his... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The vaccination of ducks (colour litho)
2777891 The vaccination of ducks (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The vaccination of ducks)

Microbes in Bank-Notes (engraving)
3627725 Microbes in Bank-Notes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Microbes in Bank-Notes)

Bebe, nain du roi Stanislas (engraving)
3629570 Bebe, nain du roi Stanislas (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bebe, nain du roi Stanislas. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1839)

Wylbrand Lolkes l horloger et sa femme (engraving)
3629569 Wylbrand Lolkes l horloger et sa femme (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wylbrand Lolkes l horloger et sa femme)

Strong Hans (colour litho)
3622323 Strong Hans (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strong Hans. Illustration for The Anne Anderson Picture Book (Collins)

Advertisement for a performance by General Tom Thumb, Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly, London (litho)
3639334 Advertisement for a performance by General Tom Thumb, Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly, London (litho) by English School

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"Infection: A Historical Journey into the Battle against Disease" In the realm of medicine, it has long been a formidable adversary. From ancient plagues to modern epidemics, humanity has faced countless battles against unseen foes that threaten our very existence. This caption takes us on a captivating journey through history, exploring various artworks and moments that shed light on the fight against infectious diseases. The Cow-Pock satirical etching by James Gillray in 1802 introduces us to Edward Jenner and his groundbreaking work on vaccination. This pivotal moment marked a turning point in medical history, as Jenner's discovery paved the way for immunization practices that would save countless lives. Moving further back in time, we encounter an eerie 17th-century artwork depicting a plague doctor. These haunting figures were tasked with treating victims during one of history's most devastating pandemics - the Black Death. Their iconic beaked masks and dark robes serve as chilling reminders of the horrors unleashed by infectious diseases. Fast forward to 1866, where Deaths Dispensary cartoon highlights water pollution as a source of disease. This powerful image serves as a stark reminder of how environmental factors can contribute to widespread infections and emphasizes the importance of clean water for public health. Another striking woodcut from London during the Great Plague of 1665 begs for divine intervention: "Lord, have mercy on London. " The desperation felt during this catastrophic event is palpable even centuries later, reminding us of our vulnerability when faced with rampant infections. Shifting gears to Cuba in c1900, we witness Dr. Carlos Finlay and Dr. Walter Reed leading efforts against yellow fever after the Spanish-American War. The oil painting captures their determination alongside other physicians observing inoculation procedures – showcasing bravery amidst uncertainty while combating deadly outbreaks. Calots spinal surgery illustration from the 19th century showcases medical advancements aimed at tackling specific infections affecting vital organs like tuberculosis or addressing conditions requiring surgical intervention such as spinal disorders.