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Greetings Card : English physician. Jenner experimenting with smallpox vaccination on his son. French photogravure reproduction of a sculpture by Giulio Monteverde (1837-1917)
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English physician. Jenner experimenting with smallpox vaccination on his son. French photogravure reproduction of a sculpture by Giulio Monteverde (1837-1917)
EDWARD JENNER (1749-1823).
English physician. Jenner experimenting with smallpox vaccination on his son. French photogravure reproduction of a sculpture by Giulio Monteverde (1837-1917)
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Media ID 8866987
Antique Baby Child Edward Experiment Father Giulio Gravure Illness Infection Injection Jenner Medicine Needle Nude Object Patient Photo Photogravure Physician Sculpture Smallpox Vaccination Monteverde
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of historical greeting cards from the Media Storehouse collection. This card features an enchanting French photogravure reproduction of a sculpture by Giulio Monteverde, depicting the pioneering moment in medical history when English physician Edward Jenner performed the first smallpox vaccination on his own son. This beautiful, collectible card is a perfect way to celebrate a milestone birthday or anniversary, or to express admiration for a loved one's resilience and determination. The intricate details of the sculpture come alive in this high-quality reproduction, making it a truly unique and thoughtful gift. Add a personal message to the inside and send a piece of history to brighten someone's day.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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 print showcases a significant moment in medical history, capturing the English physician Edward Jenner experimenting with smallpox vaccination on his own son. The French photogravure reproduction of Giulio Monteverde's sculpture beautifully brings this scene to life. In this late 18th-century image, we witness Dr. Jenner's dedication and commitment to finding a cure for the devastating smallpox illness that plagued society at the time. With his naked son as the patient, he fearlessly administers the groundbreaking vaccine using a needle-like object. The sculpture by Giulio Monteverde masterfully captures the tender relationship between father and child during this pivotal medical experiment. It portrays Dr. Jenner carefully injecting his young son with hope and protection against smallpox. This antique photograph not only serves as a testament to Dr. Jenner's pioneering work but also highlights the importance of scientific exploration and innovation in medicine. It reminds us of how far we have come in our understanding of vaccinations and their role in preventing infectious diseases. As we gaze upon this powerful image, we are reminded of both the bravery of those who came before us and our responsibility to continue advancing medical knowledge for future generations' well-being.
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