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Having an enema, illustration from The Works of Hippocrates
STC445989 Having an enema, illustration from The Works of Hippocrates, 1934 (colour litho) by Kuhn-Regnier, Joseph (1873-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: on adaptera un tyau au pied d une outre, on la gonflera, et; Des affections; ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22925056
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cleaning Colonic Irrigation Cure Curing Hippocrate Illness Medical Practitioner Medical Scene Patient Physician Sick Sickbed Sickness Tool Treating Treatment
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This print depicts an illustration from The Works of Hippocrates, showcasing a medical scene from ancient Greece. In this vividly colored lithograph by Joseph Kuhn-Regnier, we are transported back in time to witness a unique treatment known as rectal cleansing or enema. The image portrays a male patient lying on a sickbed while receiving this unconventional but effective procedure. A physician, dressed in traditional Greek attire, is shown using a tool to administer the enema. This ancient practice aimed at cleaning the colon and treating various illnesses was considered an essential part of medical care during that era. The artist's attention to detail allows us to observe the intricate process involved in this rectal irrigation technique. The adaptation of a tube connected to a leather bag filled with fluid demonstrates the innovative methods employed by physicians like Hippocrates. As we explore this historical artwork, it serves as a reminder of how far medicine has progressed over centuries. It also highlights the significant contributions made by ancient civilizations towards our understanding and development of modern healthcare practices. This thought-provoking image not only showcases the expertise and knowledge possessed by medical practitioners in antiquity but also invites us to appreciate their dedication towards finding remedies for various ailments.
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