Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant with patient in bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15 minute steam bath. Illustration by Harry Furniss, London, 1883

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Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant with patient in bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15 minute steam bath. Illustration by Harry Furniss, London, 1883

2603083 Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant with patient in bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15 minute steam bath. Illustration by Harry Furniss, London, 1883.; (add.info.: Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle), Baths attendant with patient in bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15 minute steam bath. Illustration by Harry Furniss, London, 1883.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Hydrotherapy Therapy

EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to 1883 with this illustration by Harry Furniss, depicting a scene from the famous baths of Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle). In this detailed print, we see a baths attendant tending to a patient who is lying in bed, covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15-minute steam bath. The image beautifully captures the essence of hydrotherapy and its healing benefits. The patient appears relaxed and comfortable, while the attendant attentively monitors their progress. It's fascinating to witness this traditional form of therapy being practiced over a century ago. Aachen has long been renowned for its thermal springs and therapeutic baths, attracting visitors seeking relief from various ailments. The steam bath depicted in this illustration was likely part of a larger treatment regimen aimed at improving the patient's health and well-being. Harry Furniss's attention to detail brings this historical moment to life, allowing us to glimpse into the past and appreciate the methods used for promoting wellness centuries ago. This print serves as both an educational tool and a work of art, showcasing the intersection of medicine, history, and culture in Aachen during the late 19th century.

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