Cotton Wool Collection

Sheep stuck in heavy snow near Ambleside, England, UK. March 2006

Women walking the dog in heavy snow near Ambleside, England, UK. March 2006

Early gas masks, First World War, 1915, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Early gas masks, First World War, 1915, (1935). The Introduction of Chemical Warfare: one of the earliest patterns of gas-masks, pads of cotton-wool soaked in a solution of common washing-soda

Baby cleaning
MODEL RELEASED. Baby cleaning. Mother cleans her two-month old baby girl

Black and white illustration of hands wiping a light bulb with cotton wool moistened with methylated spirit

Woman removing make up in studio, (B&W), close-up

Wearing gardening gloves to clean secateur blades with lubrication on cotton wool

Pouring baby oil onto cotton wool above head of cream colourpoint Persian cat

Using cotton woold to clean eys of Cream Point Persian cat

Person using cotton wool to clean eye of black and tan German Shepherd dog, close-up

Reattaching a chrysalis to a new support using cotton wool, close-up

Medical equipment and drugs F008 / 3189
Medical equipment and drugs

Medical equipment and drugs F008 / 3190
Medical equipment and drugs

Medical equipment and drugs F008 / 3188
Medical equipment and drugs

Blood test C013 / 9854
Blood test. Close-up of a dressing on the arm of a patient at the site where a needle was inserted to take a blood sample

Paediatric examination C013 / 8828
Paediatric examination. Doctor cleaning a wound on the arm of a 3-year-old girl

Clouds - Sea of Cortez - Baja California, Mexico
SE-1386 Clouds Sea of Cortez - Baja California, Mexico Suzi Eszterhas contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Cleaning umbilical cord stump
MODEL RELEASED. Cleaning umbilical cord stump. The cord drops off after 7-10 days. During this time and immediately after, great care must be taken in keeping the area clean to prevent infection

Cotton bud with ear wax, SEM
Cotton bud with ear wax (red), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Build-up of excess ear wax can cause temporary deafness

Cotton wool balls

Cotton wool pads in a pile

First aid kit equipment, artwork

Early baby incubator, 19th century
Early baby incubator. Premature baby being cared for in an incubator with the air temperature maintained at 30 degrees Celsius

heavy snow near Ambleside UK
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"Cotton Wool: A Versatile Material for Various Purposes" Sheep stuck in heavy snow near Ambleside, England, UK. March 2006: In the midst of a snowy ordeal, cotton wool becomes a lifeline for stranded sheep. Women walking the dog in heavy snow near Ambleside, England, UK. March 2006: Amidst a winter wonderland, cotton wool provides warmth and protection against biting cold winds. Early gas masks, First World War, 1915 (1935). Creator: Unknown: Cotton wool played an essential role in early gas masks as it filtered harmful substances to protect soldiers during war times. St Johns Ambulance First Aid Training, 10th February 1979: At first aid training sessions with St John's Ambulance, cotton wool is an indispensable tool for wound cleaning and dressing application. Black and white illustration of hands wiping a light bulb with cotton wool moistened with methylated spirit: Delicate yet effective - using cotton wool soaked in methylated spirit ensures clean and bright light bulbs. Woman removing make-up in studio (B&W), close-up: Gentle on the skin but tough on makeup removal - witness the power as it effortlessly wipes away layers of cosmetics. Wearing gardening gloves to clean secateur blades with lubrication on cotton wool: For gardeners who value their tools' longevity and performance - cleaning secateur blades with lubricated cotton wool keeps them sharp and rust-free. Pouring baby oil onto cotton wool above head of cream colourpoint Persian cat: Pampering our feline friends has never been easier. Cotton wool drenched in baby oil delicately nourishes their fur while providing relaxation. Using cotton wool to clean eyes of Cream Point Persian cat.