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The Hydropathic Doctor, caricature from La Caricature (colour litho)
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The Hydropathic Doctor, caricature from La Caricature (colour litho)
CHT163929 The Hydropathic Doctor, caricature from La Caricature (colour litho) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79) (after); Ordre National des Pharmaciens, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22351528
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The Hydropathic Doctor - A Satirical Glimpse into Medical Care in the 19th Century
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. This print captures a colourful caricature titled "The Hydropathic Doctor" by Honore Daumier, originally published in La Caricature. Stepping back in time, we are transported to an era when medical treatments were far from conventional. In this comical scene, we find ourselves amidst an eccentric doctor's office. The room is filled with peculiar contraptions and curious remedies that promise miraculous cures for various ailments. Our attention is immediately drawn to the central figure - the hydropathic doctor himself. Dressed in traditional attire, he exudes confidence as he administers his unconventional treatment methods. Surrounded by armchairs and foot baths, patients eagerly await their turn for healing. With a playful touch of satire, Daumier portrays the doctor pouring water from a bucket into a funnel held above his patient's head – perhaps symbolizing both hope and skepticism towards this unorthodox approach. The vibrant colours bring life to every detail of this artwork – from the furniture to the expressions on each character's face. It serves as a reminder of how perceptions of health and medicine have evolved over time. Through this image, we glimpse into an era where innovative ideas clashed with tradition; where patients sought solace through unusual therapies while hoping for relief from their afflictions. This fascinating piece invites us to reflect on our own modern-day medical practices while
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