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Blaize Purchasing the Infallible Antidotes (engraving)
725525 Blaize Purchasing the Infallible Antidotes (engraving) by Franklin, John (c.1800-c.1868); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blaize Purchasing the Infallible Antidotes. Illustration for Old Saint Pauls by William Harrison Ainsworth (George Routledge, c 1890).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22954378
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Ailments Antidote Bubonic Plague Contagion Cure Disease Diseases Engravings Epidemia Epidemic Illness Infected Infection Infectious Infectious Disease Infectious Diseases Infirmity Maladies Malady Medical Supplies Old Saint Paul Pandemic Remedy Saint Pauls Cathedral Sexually Transmitted Disease Sick Sickness Stds Venereal Disease Asclepius Asklepieion Asklepios Blaize Medical Science Medical Services Physical Health
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Blaize Purchasing the Infallible Antidotes - A Glimpse into Historical Medicine
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. This engraving, titled "Blaize Purchasing the Infallible Antidotes" offers a fascinating window into the world of medicine during a bygone era. Created by John Franklin in the 19th century, this print captures a pivotal scene from William Harrison Ainsworth's novel "Old Saint Pauls". Set against the backdrop of Old Saint Paul's Cathedral, we witness Blaize, an enigmatic figure with a long beard and piercing gaze, engaging in an intriguing transaction. As bubonic plague ravages Europe, Blaize seeks out these infallible antidotes to combat its devastating effects. The intricate architecture of Saint Paul's Cathedral serves as a reminder of both grandeur and resilience amidst adversity. The artist skillfully portrays not only the physical structure but also conveys its symbolic significance within this historical context. Through this engraving, we are transported back to a time when pandemics posed grave threats to public health. It invites contemplation on how medical practices have evolved over centuries and reminds us of our collective determination to find remedies for diseases that afflict humanity. As we delve deeper into history through literature and art like this piece, we gain valuable insights into our ancestors' struggles with illness and their relentless pursuit of cures. This image stands as a testament to human resilience and our unwavering commitment to safeguarding health—a timeless theme that resonates even today.
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