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Mon cher je t'assure que je te... 1845. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Mon cher je t'assure que je te... 1845. Creator: Honore Daumier
Mon cher je t'assure que je te... 1845. Mon cher je t'assure que je te trouve mauvaise mine ce matin....ce n'est pas en medecin que je te parle, c'est en ami....je veux absolument te soigner...mieux que je ne me soignerais moi-meme... je vais t'appliquer trente sangsues a l'epigastre, et si demain matin je ne te trouve pas plus robuste, je t'en reappliquerai soixante!...'. Doctor to patient: My dear chap, you don't look at all well this morning....it is not as a doctor that I speak to you, it is as a friend....I absolutely want to cure you...better than I would treat myself... I'm going to apply thirty leeches to your epigastrium, and if I don't find you more robust tomorrow morning, I'll apply sixty more!...). From Les Amis, no. 8
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Mon cher je t'assure que je te trouve mauvaise mine ce matin...
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- "My dear chap, you don't look at all well this morning..." This black and white lithograph, "Mon cher je t'assure que je te..." (1845), is a masterpiece by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier. The image, from the series "Les Amis," showcases a doctor in a dressing gown, paying a house call to a worried-looking patient. Daumier's satirical take on the doctor-patient relationship is both amusing and thought-provoking. The doctor, with a concerned expression, assures his friend that he will cure him better than he could cure himself. He promises to apply thirty leeches to the patient's epigastrium and threatens to double the number if the patient doesn't improve the next day. The doctor's attire, consisting of a dressing gown and a hat, is typical of the 19th century. The patient, dressed in a simple shirt and trousers, appears anxious and uncomfortable. The doctor's bedside manner is far from professional, as he speaks to his friend with a familiarity that borders on the humorous. This lithograph is a testament to the artistic vision of Honore Daumier, who used his work to comment on the social and political issues of his time. The image is a reminder of the importance of friendship and the human connection in times of illness. It is also a fascinating glimpse into the medical practices of the 19th century, which relied heavily on leeches and other unconventional treatments. This work of art is now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection and is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, fashion, and medicine. The image's timeless appeal and its commentary on the human condition continue to resonate with viewers today.
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