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Flemish tooth-drawer with patient and audience
A Flemish tooth-drawer has an audience gathered round him while he operates on a patient
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1640 1640s Audience Belgian Dentist Dentistry Drawer Flemish Health Operation Pain Patient Teeth Tooth Treatment
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Flemish Tooth-Drawer Framed Print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing glimpse into the past. Witness the mesmerizing scene of a Flemish tooth-drawer in action, surrounded by a curious audience as he tends to his patient. This exquisite print, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time, offering a unique and intriguing perspective on historical dental practices. The intricate details and rich colors bring this moment in history to life, making this framed print a stunning addition to any home or office. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your space.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures the intense focus of a Flemish tooth-drawer as he performs an extraction on a patient in the 1640s. The tooth-drawer, dressed in the traditional attire of the time, sits before a rudimentary wooden chair, his tools of the trade laid out before him. The patient, clenching the arms of the chair for support, bares their teeth in grim determination as the tooth-drawer prepares to plunge his instruments into their mouth. The audience, a mixture of curious onlookers and sympathetic companions, gathers around the scene, some shielding their eyes from the sight of the impending pain. The tooth-drawer's art was a common sight in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries, as dental care was rudimentary and toothaches were a common affliction. The tooth-drawer's role was essential in providing relief from the agony of a toothache, despite the often crude and painful methods used. This historical print offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the stark reality of dental treatment during this era. The tooth-drawer's tools, including forceps, pliers, and a hammer and chisel, are laid out on the table before him, ready for use. The patient's face is a picture of concentration and grit, as they brace themselves for the ordeal. The tooth-drawer's expression is one of intense focus, his eyes locked on the tooth in question. The audience, a mix of men and women, watches with a combination of fascination and revulsion, some covering their eyes at the sight of the impending pain. This image offers a fascinating insight into the history of dentistry and the role of the tooth-drawer in providing medical care during a time when dental treatment was rudimentary at best. It serves as a reminder of the advances in dental care and the importance of modern dentistry in ensuring good oral health and alleviating pain.
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