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Searching for Head-Lice
A Catalan woman searches a childs head for lice (pediculis capitis) and nits (eggs or young lice) at Amelie-les-Bains
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Media ID 623664
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Amelie Catalan Lice Searches Toilet Capitis Head Lice Nits
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of intensive care and concern in the daily life of a Catalan family in Amelie-les-Bains, France, in the year 1904. The image shows a woman, her brow furrowed in concentration, as she meticulously searches through the locks of a young child's hair. The child, with a look of mild unease, sits obediently on a wooden stool, her head tilted back, revealing the exposed nape of her neck. The woman's hands, deftly moving through the child's hair, are illuminated by the soft light filtering in from the window, casting long shadows on the worn tiled floor. The scene unfolds in the dimly lit, cramped confines of a traditional toilet, a common feature of many European homes at the time. The room is adorned with simple, functional fixtures, including a large enamel basin and a wooden bench, which serve as makeshift tools for the lice-searching ritual. The walls are adorned with peeling wallpaper, and the air is thick with the scent of herbs and oils, used to repel the pesky parasites. The woman's mission is to rid the child of pediculosis capitis, more commonly known as head lice, and their eggs, or nits. Head lice infestations were a common affliction in the early 20th century, especially among children, and were a source of great anxiety for parents and caregivers. The discovery of lice or nits in a child's hair was a cause for immediate action, as the infestation could spread quickly to other family members and friends. Despite the discomfort and embarrassment that often accompanied the lice-searching process, it was an essential part of maintaining good hygiene and health in the pre-modern world. This poignant photograph offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the simple yet profound ways in which care and love were expressed in the daily lives of families, even in the face of common health challenges.
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