Physical Health Collection

The seizure of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, 1798 (engraving)
3103684 The seizure of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, 1798 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The seizure of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, 1798)

Saint Luke healing the hydropic child, 17th century (painting)
7129357 Saint Luke healing the hydropic child, 17th century (painting) by Lanfranco, Giovanni (1582-1647); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome

Bones of the left hand, Dorsal surface (engraving)
3634211 Bones of the left hand, Dorsal surface (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bones of the left hand, Dorsal surface)

Bataille de neige a Romorantin, le roi blesse a l assaut de la maison de Saint-Pol (colour litho)
3095655 Bataille de neige a Romorantin, le roi blesse a l assaut de la maison de Saint-Pol (colour litho) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Harley Street, Marylebone (b / w photo)
3637535 Harley Street, Marylebone (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harley Street, Marylebone)

Red Cross Nurse in WWI
3781054 Red Cross Nurse in WWI by Hatherell, William (1855-1928); (add.info.: Red Cross nurse supporting an injured soldier and child dseeking shelter)

Map of Cripplegate Ward, London (engraving)
983900 Map of Cripplegate Ward, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Cripplegate Ward)

The harvest of ripe dates, useful against cold stomach, in "Tacuinum sanitatis" by Abu I Hasan al Mujtar Ibn
AIS5378755 The harvest of ripe dates, useful against cold stomach, in "Tacuinum sanitatis" by Abu I Hasan al Mujtar Ibn Butlan ()

Medicinal book: (Les 'uvres d'Ambroise Pare). pp 570-571. (De la Peste)
6262172 Medicinal book: (Les 'uvres d'Ambroise Pare). pp 570-571. (De la Peste).; Hopital Notre Dame a la Rose, Lessines, Hainaut, Belgium; (add.info.: Hopital Notre Dame a la Rose, Lessines)

Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder with knee in armpit
6116638 Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder with knee in armpit,; (add.info.: Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder with knee in armpit)

Schema based on Aristotle's theory that dreams would have a psychological basis. Engraving of the 16th century
FGL5496185 Schema based on Aristotle's theory that dreams would have a psychological basis. Engraving of the 16th century.; Fototeca Gilardi.

Medicine: treatment of syphilis (verola), cauterization of wounds. Illustration from Codex G 61, 16th century
FGL5484281 Medicine: treatment of syphilis (verola), cauterization of wounds. Illustration from Codex G 61, 16th century. Biblioteca Augusta, Perugia; Fototeca Gilardi.

Soldier, look at this enemy! Worse than Boche. Fight it! 1917 (illustration)
7415700 Soldier, look at this enemy! Worse than Boche. Fight it! 1917 (illustration); Private Collection; (add.info.: The enemy mosquito)

Illustration depicting a doctor's waiting room, 19th Century (engraving)
5615974 Illustration depicting a doctor's waiting room, 19th Century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Advertisement in the form of a stamp for the International Hygiene Exhibition in Dresden in 1911
IMB4824459 Advertisement in the form of a stamp for the International Hygiene Exhibition in Dresden in 1911: " Internationale Hygiene - Ausstellung Dresden 1911"; (add.info)

Germany, vaccination certificate, for Carsten Petersen, 2 1/2 years old, the vaccination was on the 3. 6
UTD4917579 Germany, vaccination certificate, for Carsten Petersen, 2 1/2 years old, the vaccination was on the 3. 6. 1833 against smallpox, the document is from the 7. 6

Bathing group Anonymous drawing
JEB4868413 Bathing group Anonymous drawing; 18x36 cm; Palais de Longchamp, Marseille, France; (add.info.: Bathing group Anonymous drawing Size 18x36 cm Musee des Beaux Arts Palais Longchamp Marseille)

Women operating a spinning machine in a textile silk mill, 1843
3478862 Women operating a spinning machine in a textile silk mill, 1843; (add.info.: Women operating a spinning machine in a textile silk mill, Derby, England, 1843.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer, 1850
3359138 The Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer near Temple Street. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The harvest of the estorax, a tree from Arabia, good against weakness and frigidity of the stomach
AIS5378747 The harvest of the estorax, a tree from Arabia, good against weakness and frigidity of the stomach, painted miniature in "De Natura Rerum" by Thomas de Cantimpre (1201-1276)

Seminario de Nobles in Madrid today military hospital (engraving)
AIS5349631 Seminario de Nobles in Madrid today military hospital (engraving); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; © Iberfoto.

The application of Liston's Long Splint
6116637 The application of Liston's Long Splint,; (add.info.: The application of Liston's Long Splint. Long leg splinting is used to stabilize injuries by decreasing movement)

Medicinal book: (Les 'uvres d'Ambroise Pare). Frontispiece
6262175 Medicinal book: (Les 'uvres d'Ambroise Pare). Frontispiece.; Hopital Notre Dame a la Rose, Lessines, Hainaut, Belgium; (add.info.: Hopital Notre Dame a la Rose, Lessines, Hainaut)

Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo
7125784 Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo; (add.info.: The Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo)

Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo
7125773 Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo; (add.info.: The Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo)

Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo
7125771 Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo; (add.info.: The Thoronet Abbey. The cloister with the Pavillion of the lavabo)

Woman suspected of carrying cholera
7301613 Woman suspected of carrying cholera; Private Collection; (add.info.: A woman suspected of carrying cholera is taken from her house on Second Avenue, New York, to an ambulance)

Science. Soap making in Marseille. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France
3434720 Science. Soap making in Marseille. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sciences. Coll. Part. Science)

The Canon of Medicine
2625211 The Canon of Medicine; (add.info.: The central text consists of the anatomical sections of the Canon of Medicine by Ibn S?n? (Avicenna)

A party of visitors being shown the main collecting sewer under parts, 1850
3359133 A party of visitors being shown the main collecting sewer under parts, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a party of visitors being shown the main collecting sewer under parts)

Satirising sweated labour in Britain, 1888
3478939 Satirising sweated labour in Britain, 1888; (add.info.: Punch cartoon 1888, satirising sweated labour in Britain.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Women making up sewing thread onto bobbins in a textile silk mill, 1843
3478861 Women making up sewing thread onto bobbins in a textile silk mill, 1843; (add.info.: Women making up sewing thread onto bobbins in a textile silk mill, Derby, England)

A young mother changing her child, 1850
3478206 A young mother changing her child, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a young mother changing her child whilst he plays with the family cat)

Ronald Ross (1857-1932) British physician, c.1902 (b/w photo)
527308 Ronald Ross (1857-1932) British physician, c.1902 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Discovered the Malaria parasite and its life cycle)

Portrait of English doctor and humanist Thomas Linacre (Lynaker) (1460-1524) (painting on wood)
AIS5353178 Portrait of English doctor and humanist Thomas Linacre (Lynaker) (1460-1524) (painting on wood); © Iberfoto.

" Comment must be held a pregnant woman " Miniature taken from a medical deal by Aldebrando da Firenze
AIS5368041 " Comment must be held a pregnant woman " Miniature taken from a medical deal by Aldebrando da Firenze. 1356 Folio 47r. Lisbon. Biblioteca National da Ajudah.; © Iberfoto.

The leech ingest the blood, 1880 (engraving)
6426228 The leech ingest the blood, 1880 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The leech fishing.The leech ingest the blood, 1880 (engraving)); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Children hygiene. Child sleeping, child in the bath. Book by Dr Jules Rengade, "Life and Health" 1881 (print)
7295216 Children hygiene. Child sleeping, child in the bath. Book by Dr Jules Rengade, "Life and Health" 1881 (print); Private Collection; Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Army doctor conducting a physical exam on a young World War I recruit. Washington, DC, 1917 (b/w photo)
7134277 Army doctor conducting a physical exam on a young World War I recruit. Washington, DC, 1917 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Army doctor conducting a physical exam on a young World War I recruit)

Anatomical board of a new born (fetus) poorly positioned at the time of birth
FGL5472655 Anatomical board of a new born (fetus) poorly positioned at the time of birth. Engraving in "Anatomiche Tafeln zur Hebammernkust" by W. Smellie, 19th century.; Fototeca Gilardi.

Quarantine guard ship 'Rhin' standgate creek, 19th century (pen, ink, watercolour)
7341725 Quarantine guard ship 'Rhin' standgate creek, 19th century (pen, ink, watercolour) by British School, (19th century); 14.8x20 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Poster of the illustrated sports magazine " Physical Culture" 1909
PCT4257298 Poster of the illustrated sports magazine " Physical Culture" 1909; © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2023.

Germany, vaccination certificate for Hans Peter Jessen, 2 years old , the vaccination was 9. 5
UTD4917617 Germany, vaccination certificate for Hans Peter Jessen, 2 years old , the vaccination was 9. 5. 1840, against smallpox , the document is from 16. 5

Germany, vaccination certificate for Anna Christine Harmsen, 1 1/2 years old, the vaccination is from the 25. 8
UTD4917540 Germany, vaccination certificate for Anna Christine Harmsen, 1 1/2 years old, the vaccination is from the 25. 8. 1831 against smallpox, the document is from 10. 11

The Canon of Medicine by Avicenna
2625213 The Canon of Medicine by Avicenna; (add.info.: The central text consists of the anatomical sections of the Canon of Medicine by Avicenna)

The Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer, 1850
3359139 The Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer, 1850
3359130 The Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Deeping of the Fleet Street sewer near Temple Street. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Women making up sewing thread into balls, 1845
3478860 Women making up sewing thread into balls, 1845; (add.info.: Women making up sewing thread into balls, London, circa 1845.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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"Journey to Holistic Wellness: Exploring the Tapestry through Art and History" In this captivating journey through time, we delve into the intricate relationship between art, history, and physical health. From Saint Luke's miraculous healing of a hydropic child in the 17th century to the heroic efforts of Red Cross Nurses during World War I, these visual narratives remind us of the enduring importance of our well-being. The vivid lithograph depicting "Bataille de neige a Romorantin" transports us to a snowy battlefield where even royalty is not spared from injury. It serves as a poignant reminder that they are be fragile and must be protected at all costs. Moving forward, an engraving showcasing the bones of the left hand offers an intriguing glimpse into anatomical knowledge from centuries past. This meticulous study exemplifies humanity's ceaseless quest for understanding our own bodies—a pursuit that continues today on Harley Street in Marylebone, as captured in a timeless black-and-white photograph. As we navigate further within this exploration, an engraved map unveils Cripplegate Ward in London—an urban landscape where public health measures were implemented to safeguard communities against disease outbreaks. The etching featuring Don Quixote promoting Globeol reminds us that fortifying our bodies has been sought after throughout history—whether it be with elixirs or modern-day supplements. Amidst these historical vignettes lies Dr. John W. Francis' portrait—an oil painting radiating compassion and dedication towards his patients' physical well-being. In stark contrast stands "The Quack, " exposing charlatans who preyed upon people's vulnerability for personal gain—a cautionary tale urging us to seek genuine expertise when it comes to our health. Shifting gears towards self-care rituals depicted in art forms such as "The Toilet, " we witness how maintaining cleanliness played a pivotal role in preserving good health throughout different eras.