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XJF347997 Emptying the Chamber Pots, illustration from Praxis rerum criminalium by Joose de Damhouder, 1554 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Dutch School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joose de Damhouder (1507-81); Praxis rerum criminalium is a manual on the practice of criminal law; ); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 12803245
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Chamber Pot Contents Depositing Disposing Excrement Joos Jost Sanitation Sewage Throwing Tipping Waste Dispose Jodocus Joost Toliet
Emptying the Chamber Pots - A Glimpse into 16th Century Sanitation Practices
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This intriguing print captures an illustration from "Praxis rerum criminalium" a renowned manual on criminal law by Joose de Damhouder, dating back to 1554. The artwork, created by the Dutch School of the 16th century, offers us a fascinating insight into daily life during that era. In this scene, we witness an ordinary yet peculiar task being carried out - the emptying of chamber pots. With no modern plumbing systems in place, people had to resort to alternative methods for waste disposal. Here we see individuals depositing their excrement either onto the street or out of windows directly into public spaces below. The image raises questions about hygiene and social norms prevalent at that time. What seems like a mundane chore also reveals how waste management was approached as both a practical matter and potentially even as a crime. Tipping the contents of these chamber pots became an act that required careful consideration and discreet execution. As we contemplate this historic snapshot, it serves as a reminder of how far our society has progressed in terms of sanitation practices and infrastructure development. It prompts us to appreciate the advancements made over centuries while acknowledging our responsibility towards maintaining clean environments today. (Image credit: Dutch School (16th century), Private Collection; www. bridgemanart. com)
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