Laennec Collection

Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec. French physician. Laennec, with his stethoscope, at the Necker Hospital, Paris
RENE LAENNEC (1781-1826). Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec. French physician. Laennec, with his stethoscope, at the Necker Hospital, Paris, France

Rene Theophile Hyacinte Laennec (1781-1826), French doctor after Dubois
LSE4109877 Rene Theophile Hyacinte Laennec (1781-1826), French doctor after Dubois by Dubois, Paul (1829-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rene Theophile Hyacinte Laennec (1781-1826)

Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, French physician
Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec, French physician, inventor of the stethoscope in 1816 at the Hopital Necker in Paris, where he was working at the time. Seen here using a stethoscope on a patient

Laennec Hospital seen from rue de Sevres, 1839. Creator: Corard
Laennec Hospital seen from rue de Sevres, 1839

Statue of Rene Theophile Hyacinte Laennec (1781-1826), French physician, Quimper
LSE4105917 Statue of Rene Theophile Hyacinte Laennec (1781-1826), French physician, Quimper. by Lequesne, Eugene-Louis (1815-1887); Brittany

The first stethoscope, invented by Rene Laennec, in 1816
LRI4672524 The first stethoscope, invented by Rene Laennec, in 1816 by French School, (19th century); Musee d Histoire de la Medecine, Paris

Rene Theophile Hyacinte Laennec (1781-1826), French physician
XEE4405503 ReneTheophile Hyacinte LaA'nnec (1781-1826), French physician by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: ReneTheophile Hyacinte LaA'nnec (1781-1826)

Laennec, Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe (1781-1826). French physician inventor of the stethoscope. Oil

Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec (1781-1826), French physician who invented the Stethoscope. (1889). Laennec is shown listening to a patients chest at the Necker Hospital, Paris

Laennec monaural stethoscope, circa 1820 C017 / 6951
English monaural stethoscope, made out of fruitwood, dating from the year 1820. French physician, Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec invented the monaural stethoscope in 1816

Extra long monaural stethoscope, circa 18 C017 / 6948
Unusual extra long monaural stethoscope dating from 1860. This piece was made in England out of fruitwood. French physician

Pocket monaural stethoscope, circa 1870 C017 / 6957
Three-piece pocket monaural stethoscope, made from ivorine and nickel. French physician, Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec originally invented the monaural stethoscope in 1816

Monaural stethoscope, circa 1870 C017 / 6937
Billings type monaural stethoscope, made out of fruitwood, dating from around 1870, England. French physician, Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec invented the monaural stethoscope in 1816

Monaural stethoscope, circa 1820 C017 / 6930
English monaural stethoscope, made out of fruitwood, dating from the year 1820. French physician, Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec invented the monaural stethoscope in 1816

Three monaural stethoscopes, circa 1870 C017 / 6956
Three two-piece monaural stethoscopes made from ivorine and nickel (left), ebony (centre) and gutta percha and rubber (right)

French physician. Lithograph, self-portrait, c1822
RENE LAENNEC (1781-1826). French physician. Lithograph, self-portrait, c1822

French physician. Laennec taking inspiration for his stethoscope by observing a child listening at one end of a seesaw
RENE LAENNEC (1781-1826). French physician. Laennec taking inspiration for his stethoscope by observing a child listening at one end of a seesaw to scratches made at the other end

taking inspiration for his stethoscope by observing a child listening at one end of a seesaw to scratches made at
RENE LAENNEC (1781-1826) taking inspiration for his stethoscope by observing a child listening at one end of a seesaw to scratches made at the other end

French physician; inventor of the stethoscope. At the Necker Hospital, Paris
RENE LAENNEC (1781-1826). French physician; inventor of the stethoscope. At the Necker Hospital, Paris. Wood engraving, 19th century, after the painting by Th

French physician. Portrait by an unknown artist
RENE LAENNEC (1781-1826). French physician. Portrait by an unknown artist

Laennec, Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe (1781-1826). French doctor. In 1816 he introduced the use of a hollow tube to listen to the lungs and heart, giving rise to the modern stethoscope

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Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec, a renowned French physician, is best known for his groundbreaking invention - the stethoscope. With his innovative creation, he revolutionized the field of medicine and forever changed the way doctors diagnose and treat patients. Born in 1781, Laennec's passion for medicine led him to pursue a career that would leave an indelible mark on the medical world. At Necker Hospital in Paris, France, he could often be seen with his trusty stethoscope in hand, attentively listening to the sounds emanating from his patients' chests. Theobald Chartran captured this iconic image at work in a captivating wood engraving. It beautifully portrays the dedication and precision with which he approached his profession. This painting serves as a testament to Laennec's unwavering commitment to advancing medical knowledge. In 1816, Laennec introduced the world to his first stethoscope - a remarkable device that allowed physicians to listen directly to internal body sounds. This invention was nothing short of revolutionary and quickly gained recognition worldwide. Today we honor Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec not only for inventing the stethoscope but also for pioneering auscultation as an essential diagnostic tool. His contributions have paved the way for countless medical advancements and saved countless lives. A statue erected in Quimper stands tall as a tribute to this brilliant physician who left an enduring legacy behind. It serves as a reminder of how one person's ingenuity can shape an entire industry. Laennec's monaural stethoscopes from different eras showcase their evolution over time - from early designs dating back to circa 1820 all the way up until around 1870 when pocket-sized versions became popular among doctors. Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec may have lived during another era, but his impact on modern medicine is immeasurable.