Canvas Print : Florence Nightingale in a military hospital
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Florence Nightingale in a military hospital
Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) the English nurse and hospital reformer. The engraving shows her at Scutari, in the military hospital, directing the care of patients during the Crimean war. Her experiences there convinced her of the need to take a sanitarian approach to hospital design. Hitherto hospitals had actually encouraged the spread of disease through overcrowding, poor ventilation and bad drains. She publicized the miasma theory of disease while advocating light and airy hospitals with clean staff and good sanitary engineering. Engraving by Greatbach after J. Hind
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Media ID 6411448
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Florence Nurse Portraits Surname N Nightingale
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases Florence Nightingale, the renowned English nurse and hospital reformer, in action during the Crimean War. The engraving, sourced from Science Photo Library, depicts Florence directing patient care at Scutari military hospital. With its rich, textured canvas finish and high-quality print, this artwork is not only a beautiful addition to any home or office, but also a testament to the enduring legacy of Florence Nightingale's pioneering work in nursing and healthcare reform.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the iconic Florence Nightingale in her element, amidst the chaos and suffering of a military hospital during the Crimean War. As an English nurse and hospital reformer, Nightingale's unwavering dedication to patient care is evident as she directs the treatment of wounded soldiers at Scutari. Nightingale's experiences in this war-torn setting served as a catalyst for her revolutionary ideas on hospital design. She recognized that traditional hospitals were inadvertently contributing to the spread of diseases due to overcrowding, poor ventilation, and inadequate sanitation systems. This realization led her to advocate for a sanitarian approach in healthcare facilities. In this engraving by Greatbach after J. Hind, we witness Nightingale championing her beliefs by publicizing the miasma theory of disease transmission. She emphasized the importance of light and airy hospitals with clean staff and effective sanitary engineering practices. Florence Nightingale's tireless efforts not only transformed healthcare during her time but also laid down foundations that continue to shape modern medical practices today. Her pioneering work has left an indelible mark on nursing and healthcare worldwide. This remarkable print from Science Photo Library serves as a powerful reminder of Florence Nightingale's immense contributions as a medical pioneer, showcasing both her compassion for patients' well-being and her relentless pursuit of improving hospital conditions for all who seek healing within their walls.
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