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Fine Art Print : A physician, his patient, a coffin and two skeletons
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A physician, his patient, a coffin and two skeletons
Frontispiece of Robert Poole's A physical vade mecum (1741). Depicting a physician, his patient acoffin and two skeletons. The caption reads: In the midst of life Death doth us pursue / Let each therefore with speed for mercy sue. Date: 1741
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© King;s College London / Mary Eva
1741 Caption Depicting Doth Frontispiece Materia Medica Mercy Midst Patient Pharmacy Physical Physician Pooles Pursue Reads Receipts Skeletons Speed Thomass Formulae Prescriptions
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image from Robert Poole's "A Physical Vade Mecum" published in 1741. This hauntingly beautiful frontispiece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a physician in deep concentration as he attends to his dying patient. The grim reaper hovers nearby, holding a coffin, while two skeletons look on. This powerful and thought-provoking print invites reflection on the fragility of life and the inevitability of mortality. Add this captivating work of art to your collection and bring a touch of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36cm x 59.4cm (14.2" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 haunting image from the frontispiece of Robert Poole's A Physical Vade Mecum (1741) captures the essence of mortality and the fragility of life. In the center, a physician is depicted with his patient, surrounded by a coffin and two skeletons. The caption below reads: "In the midst of life Death doth us pursue / Let each therefore with speed for mercy sue."
The stark reminder that death is always near serves as a powerful message to both the physician and his patient. It urges them to seek mercy and live their lives with purpose before it's too late. The imagery of the coffin and skeletons further emphasizes this sentiment, serving as a visual representation of our inevitable fate.
Dating back to 1741, this print offers a glimpse into early medical practices at St. Thomas's Hospital in England. It speaks to the historical significance of works like dispensatories, pharmacopoeias, and materia medica in shaping modern medicine.
Overall, this image serves as a poignant reflection on mortality and reminds us all to cherish each moment we have on this earth. It is a timeless piece that continues to resonate with viewers today, prompting contemplation on our own mortality and how we choose to live our lives.
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