Fine Art 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
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the inspiring history of Florence Nightingale with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Science Photo Library. This captivating image captures Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) in action at Scutari, directing the care of patients during the Crimean War. A pioneering nurse and hospital reformer, Nightingale's legacy continues to shape modern healthcare. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and let the story of her unwavering dedication and compassion inspire you every day. Our Fine Art Prints are carefully produced using premium materials to ensure vibrant colors and long-lasting quality. Order yours today and join the countless others who have made our Fine Art Prints a cherished part of their lives.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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