Discomfort Collection

Headache, X-ray artwork
Headache. Computer X-ray artwork of a lateral view of a human skull. The red area represents pain caused by a headache (cephalalgia)

Medical ilustration of an appendix with appendicitis

Knee pain, conceptual artwork

Joint pain, conceptual artwork

Advertisement for Thomsons glove-fitting corset
An advertisement for Thomsons glove-fitting corset, promising the wearer comfort and elegance

Running injuries, conceptual artwork

Migraine pain
Migraine. Conceptual artwork of lightning flashes marking the epicentre of pain in a mans forehead. A migraine is a recurrent headache which can be accompanied by nausea

Three runaway schoolboys are very seasick
Three runaway schoolboys suffer greatly from seasickness on an ocean voyage. Date: 1898

Neck pain, conceptual artwork

The inconvenience of Kabriolets. A lady's dress gets caught up in her carriage whilst she dismounts
1000874 The inconvenience of Kabriolets. A lady's dress gets caught up in her carriage whilst she dismounts. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs

Cartoon depicting the uncomfortable results of gluttony, 19th century
5309060 Cartoon depicting the uncomfortable results of gluttony, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting the uncomfortable results of gluttony)

Cartoon depicting a man, suffering with food poisoning, asking the pharmacist for a cure, 19th century
5309344 Cartoon depicting a man, suffering with food poisoning, asking the pharmacist for a cure, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a man, suffering with food poisoning)

Beach at Cape May, c1840. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Beach at Cape May, c1840. Two men seated on folding stools sit on the sand despite clouds of annoying insects. Cape May, New Jersey, is among the oldest American seaside resorts

Cigar Smokers, mid 19th century. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Cigar Smokers, mid 19th century. Miller sets the scene of this comical sketch with this caption: "Lady of the mansion gives strict orders that there is to be no drinking or smoking at her

Vanitas Still Life with the Spinario, 1628. Creator: Pieter Claesz
Vanitas Still Life with the Spinario, 1628

time elapses slowly
Roswitha Schleicher-Schwarz

Rheumatoid arthritis, X-ray
Rheumatoid arthritis. Coloured X-ray of the hands of an 81 year old female patient with rheumatoid arthritis

Young Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata) kissing another macque in the thermal hot springs, Jigokudani, Japan, January

Osteoarthritis of the knee, X-ray
Osteoarthritis of the knee, coloured X-ray

Ground squirrels (Xerus inauris ) one with its tail over the back of another, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa, February

European Brown Bear (Ursus arctos arctos), a large male taking a rest in a cloud of mosquitoes. Kajaani, Finland. June

Lemon sole (Microstomus kitt) portrait. Gardur, south west Iceland. North Atlantic Ocean

On the Omnibus by John Leech Date: 19th century

Croquis d hiver (colour litho)
3622635 Croquis d hiver (colour litho) by Cohl (Emile Courtet) (1857-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Croquis d hiver (Winter Sketch)

The Washing of Curriyo, 1909 (oil on canvas)
989877 The Washing of Curriyo, 1909 (oil on canvas) by Villegas y Cordero, Jose (1844-1921); 115.6x210.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Washing of Curriyo; El Bano de Curriyo)

Chambermaid pulling on a sleeping guests wooden leg
5893702 Chambermaid pulling on a sleeping guests wooden leg. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: Chambermaid pulling on a sleeping guests wooden leg mistaking it for a warming pan)

Being nervous and cross-examined by Mr. Garrow
5893699 Being nervous and cross-examined by Mr. Garrow. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: Being nervous and cross-examined by lawyer Mr. Garrow in court. More Miseries)

Engraving depicting a female tennis player in discomfort because of her new rubber shoes
5308623 Engraving depicting a female tennis player in discomfort because of her new rubber shoes by Du Maurier, George (1834-96); (add.info)

A Hunting He Would Go, the Story of a Brand-New Coat and a Tall Silk Hat (colour litho)
1039039 A Hunting He Would Go, the Story of a Brand-New Coat and a Tall Silk Hat (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Hunting He Would Go)

David Livingstone, The Last Mile (chromolitho)
968728 David Livingstone, The Last Mile (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: David Livingstone, The Last Mile)

Comic postcard, Primitive couple in fig leaves Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Scotsman on a sandy beach Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man scratching himself on his bed Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Two men sharing a narrow bed Date: 20th century

The recent heatwave in Paris (colour litho)
2818676 The recent heatwave in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The recent heatwave in Paris. Les recentes chaleurs a Paris)

Metallic Tractors, 1801 (coloured engraving)
2632291 Metallic Tractors, 1801 (coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Quelle Chaleur (What Heat) (colour litho)
3098841 Quelle Chaleur (What Heat) (colour litho) by Moreau, Jean Michel the Younger (1741-1814) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quelle Chaleur (What Heat)

Comic postcard, British soldier in dugout, WW1 Date: circa 1918

Man using bellows in front of a fire in a smoky room with a scolding wife and bawling child. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Being nervous and cross-examined by Mr. Garrow
Being nervous and cross-examined by lawyer Mr. Garrow in court. More Miseries. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Tipsy man riding a horse facing the tail to the amusement of his friends. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson to accompany Reverend James Beresfords Miseries

The Chromium Shaving Chair, detail from How to Live in a Flat
STC269997 The Chromium Shaving Chair, detail from How to Live in a Flat, published 1936 (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Treated Like Garden Shrubs - The Water Cure
This is the way we are treated, as if we were garden shrubs - The Water Cure. 1870

This is what we call the cold fillip - The Water Cure
This is what we call the cold Fillip - The Water Cure. 1870

They have invented a Rain Bath - The Water Cure
As if there were not cruelties enough, they have actually invented a rain bath - The Water Cure. 1870

The Wet Sheet Promenade - The Water Cure
The wet sheet promenade, waiting to be unwound - The Water Cure. 1870

Steam Box Bath - The Water Cure
The doctor says I shall enjoy the steam box bath - does it look like enjoyment? - The Water Cure. 1870

Cold running Sitz Bath - The Water Cure
Heres nice treatment! A cold running sitz bath at six in the morning, a bandage on the head, and snow on the ground - The Water Cure. 1870

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"Unveiling the Unseen: A Journey through Discomfort" The medical illustration of an appendix with appendicitis reminds us of the excruciating pain that can arise from within, urging us to prioritize our health. Through a conceptual artwork depicting knee pain, we delve into the realm of discomfort, understanding the limitations it imposes on our mobility and daily activities. Joint pain is visually explored in a thought-provoking conceptual artwork, highlighting the anguish experienced by those grappling with this debilitating condition. An X-ray artwork portraying a headache unveils the invisible torment endured by individuals battling migraines, emphasizing their need for support and understanding. Conceptual artwork showcasing running injuries serves as a stark reminder that pushing ourselves too far can lead to physical discomfort and potential harm. In an advertisement for Thomsons glove-fitting corset, we witness how even fashion sought relief from bodily discomforts in times gone by – reminding us of our constant pursuit for comfort throughout history. Migraine pain takes center stage as we explore its profound impact on individuals' lives; shedding light on their struggle to find solace amidst throbbing agony. Three runaway schoolboys experiencing seasickness evoke empathy towards their plight – illustrating how even temporary bouts can disrupt life's adventures. Conceptual artwork capturing neck pain prompts reflection on the toll it takes not only physically but also emotionally; inspiring compassion towards those enduring such suffering silently. "On the Omnibus" by John Leech transports us back in time where public transportation was no stranger to uncomfortable journeys - inviting contemplation about collective experiences of distress across generations. Rheumatoid arthritis reveals itself through an X-ray image, unraveling the unseen battles fought within joints while encouraging empathy towards those living with chronic discomfort every day.