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Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, French physician
Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec, French physician, inventor of the stethoscope in 1816 at the Hopital Necker in Paris, where he was working at the time. Seen here using a stethoscope on a patient
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1781 1816 1826 Hopital Hyacinthe Invention Inventor Necker Nurse Patient Physician Rene Stethoscope Theophile Treatment Laennec
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe Laennec Poster Print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This exquisite piece, obtained from Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a fascinating moment in medical history. Witness the iconic image of Rene Laennec, the groundbreaking French physician, as he uses the stethoscope he invented in 1816 at Hopital Necker in Paris. This historic photograph is a testament to Laennec's ingenuity and the significant impact his invention has had on the medical world. Bring the rich history of medicine into your home or office with this stunning poster print, which not only serves as a beautiful addition to any space but also as a reminder of the incredible advancements that have shaped the medical profession. Order yours today and let the captivating story of Rene Laennec and the stethoscope inspire you every day.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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
In this evocative image, Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, a pioneering French physician, is depicted using his groundbreaking invention, the stethoscope, to examine a patient at Hopital Necker in Paris, where he worked during the early 19th century. Born on February 17, 1781, Laennec is considered a pivotal figure in the history of medicine. The invention of the stethoscope in 1816 revolutionized the diagnostic process, enabling doctors to listen to internal sounds of the heart and lungs more clearly than ever before. The scene unfolds in a hospital room, where the dim light from a nearby window casts an ethereal glow on the patient's bed. A concerned nurse looks on, her expression a mix of curiosity and apprehension, as Laennec, dressed in the formal attire of the time, focuses intently on his patient. The physician's deft touch and unwavering concentration are palpable as he listens to the patient's vital signs, his brow furrowed in thought. The stethoscope, a simple yet ingenious device, is held in Laennec's hands, its tubing coiled between them. The bell-shaped end rests on the patient's chest, allowing Laennec to hear the rhythmic sounds of the heart and the subtle breaths of the lungs. This moment, captured in time, serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of innovation and the enduring impact of one man's relentless pursuit of knowledge. Laennec's invention, which was first described in detail in his publication "De l'Auscultation Mediane" in 1819, paved the way for significant advancements in the field of medicine. The stethoscope remains an indispensable tool in the medical profession to this day, a testament to Laennec's ingenuity and vision.
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