Midwifery Collection

St. Bartholomews Hospital, 18th Century
St. Bartholomews Hospital. 18th century engraving of the buildings of St. Bartholomews Hospital at Smithfield in the City of London. Also known as Bart s, the hospital was founded in 1123

Woman hatching a baby from an egg she has incubated. Incident reported by the Ancient Greek historian Herodotus
527521 Woman hatching a baby from an egg she has incubated. Incident reported by the Ancient Greek historian Herodotus (c485-425 BC)

A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
2626221 A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving); (add.info)

Tamar and Judah
5616427 Tamar and Judah; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Tamar and Judah plighting their troth. Copperplate engraving by Hermann Muller after Marten van Heemskerk (1498-1574). Dated 19th Century

A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
2626224 A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving); (add.info)

A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
2626222 A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving); (add.info)

A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
2626256 A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving); (add.info)

A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
2626219 A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving); (add.info)

Illustration of birth by caesarian section from Scipione Mercurio La Commare o Raccoglitrice ... Verona, 1642
527519 Illustration of birth by caesarian section from Scipione Mercurio La Commare o Raccoglitrice ... Verona, 1642. Mercurio recommended caesarian section in cases of contracted pelvis

Astrologers casting a horoscope for the child being born to the woman in the foreground seated in a birthing chair
527517 Astrologers casting a horoscope for the child being born to the woman in the foreground seated in a birthing chair. She is supported by two women while the midwife delivers the baby

Tamar giving birth to Pharez & Sarah
5616045 Tamar giving birth to Pharez & Sarah; (add.info.: Tamar giving birth to Pharez & Sarah. Midwife (old woman) delivers Sarah while twin brother is washed

Woodcut showing the title page of Eucharius Poesslin Der Schwangeren frawen und Hebammen Rosegarten, Hagenau, 1513
5311182 Woodcut showing the title page of Eucharius Poesslin Der Schwangeren frawen und Hebammen Rosegarten, Hagenau, 1513, the first printed textbook on midwifery; Universal History Archive/UIG.

A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
2626229 A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving); (add.info)

Birth of Julius Caesar (c100-44 BC) by caesarian section. Flemish manuscript c1474 of Seutonius Lives of the Caesars
527530 Birth of Julius Caesar (c100-44 BC) by caesarian section. Flemish manuscript c1474 of Seutonius Lives of the Caesars which repeated the legend of Caesar's birth.; Universal History

A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
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A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving)
2626255 A set of anatomical tables, with explanations, and an abridgment, of the practice of midwifery, 18th (engraving); (add.info)

Birth of Julius Caesar (c100-44 BC) by caesarian section. From Filippion Beroaldo's (1453-1505)
527520 Birth of Julius Caesar (c100-44 BC) by caesarian section. From Filippion Beroaldo's (1453-1505) edition of Seutonius Lives of the Caesars which repeated the legend of Caesar's birth.;

Birthing chair in use. Midwife works underneath the mother's clothing while her assistant supports the mother
527516 Birthing chair in use. Midwife works underneath the mother's clothing while her assistant supports the mother from behind

Interior of a Hospital with Saint Charles Borromeo and Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, 1669. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Verviers

A Birth, Mid of 16th cen. Creator: Sustris, Lambert (1515/20-after 1591)
A Birth, Mid of 16th cen. Found in the collection of the Galleria Borghese, Rome

The Birth Day, 1629 (oil on panel)
5888692 The Birth Day, 1629 (oil on panel) by Anthonis, Willem Anthonissone (17th century); 56.2x86.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A women weighing a crying baby on a set of scales (colour litho)
732057 A women weighing a crying baby on a set of scales (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Caring for a mother and her newborn (vellum)
CHT236089 Caring for a mother and her newborn (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris

Ms Hunter 36 f. 10v The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, from Vita Christi
GUL174590 Ms Hunter 36 f.10v The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, from Vita Christi, by Ludolf of Saxony, c.1300-77/78 (vellum) by French School

Forceps used by Jan Palfyn of Ghent (1650-1730) (wood & metal)
CHT236080 Forceps used by Jan Palfyn of Ghent (1650-1730) (wood & metal) by French School, (18th century); Musee d Histoire de la Medecine, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Delivering a baby with the mother sitting on a birthing chair, 16th Century (engraving)
3097129 Delivering a baby with the mother sitting on a birthing chair, 16th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Birthing chair used in the 16th Century (engraving)
3097128 Birthing chair used in the 16th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birthing chair used in the 16th Century)

A Midwife going to a Labour, pub. 1811 (hand coloured engraving)
2962516 A Midwife going to a Labour, pub. 1811 (hand coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Midwifery, illustration from Encyclopedia Britannica, published in Edinburgh
DGC398035 Midwifery, illustration from Encyclopedia Britannica, published in Edinburgh, 1798 (copperplate engraving) by Bell, Alexander (fl)

Madame Boivin (1783-1841) from a book on famous women, 1833 (colour litho)
CHT236092 Madame Boivin (1783-1841) from a book on famous women, 1833 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Ordre National des Pharmaciens, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

New Years Day baby in Teesside. 1st January 1971

Ten women in the Huddersfield area were gifted with special Christmas Day deliveries, they all had babies. And Huddersfield Royal Infirmary midwifery staff had their hands full because nine of

Probably pupil midwives, St Mary Abbot?s Hospital
Probably pupil midwives, St Mary Abbots Hospital. Reverse reads Midwifery 1933. Me G. Thomas. Annotated St Mary Abbots Hosp G Thomas Date: 1933

Midwives and babies. Reverse reads Midwifery training 1933. Sister Williams Me 22 yrs of age Eileen Young S_N Smith. Annotated St Mary Abbots Hosp G Thomas. Date: 1933

Midwives and babies, outdoors. Reverse reads S.M.A. Hospital 1933 Midwifery. Annotated St Mary Abbots) Date: 1933

The newborn Child, c. 1647-1648. Found in the collection of Musee des Beaux Arts, Rennes

Birth Plate (Desco da Parto). Reverse: Puerperium of a noble Florentine woman. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

A family taking tea while celebrating the birth of twins. Artist: Horemans, Jan Josef, the Younger (1714-1790)
A family taking tea while celebrating the birth of twins. Private Collection

The Birth of Saint Stephen. Artist: Vergos Family (active End of 15th cen. y)
The Birth of Saint Stephen. Found in the collection of Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Two pregnant women. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque de l Academie nationale de medecine

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Evolution of Midwifery" Step back in time to St. Bartholomew's Hospital in the 18th century, where midwifery began its remarkable journey. In 1768, this noble profession was already making strides, as depicted in historical records. "The Birth Day, " an exquisite oil painting from 1629, captures the essence of midwifery's timeless role. A compassionate midwife weighs a crying baby on scales, symbolizing her dedication to ensuring both mother and child thrive. Delicate vellum showcases a heartwarming scene of a midwife caring for a mother and her newborn. This ancient artistry found within Ms Hunter 36 f. 10v illustrates the tender moments that have defined midwives throughout history. Venturing further into knowledge-rich pages, we encounter an illustration from Encyclopedia Britannica published in Edinburgh. It offers insight into how midwifery was perceived during that era—a testament to its significance within society. Jan Palfyn's forceps stand as a testament to innovation within this field. Crafted with wood and metal by this renowned Ghent practitioner (1650-1730), these instruments revolutionized childbirth practices and saved countless lives. A cross-sectional diagram vividly depicts the intricate process of delivering a baby pulled from the womb by their tiny legs—an awe-inspiring reminder of human resilience and medical advancements over time. Imagine witnessing mothers giving birth while seated on birthing chairs—engravings from the 16th century capture these transformative moments when women took control of their birthing experiences like never before. Speaking of birthing chairs, another engraving transports us back centuries ago when these specialized seats were used extensively during labor—a tangible representation of how comfort played an essential role even then.