Obstetrics Collection

Newborn babies at a maternity hospital. Nurse wheeling a trolley of newborn babies around a maternity hospital. The babies are weighed and checked

Simpson researching anaesthetics, 1840s
Sir James Young Simpson (1811-1870), Scottish doctor. This historical artwork shows Simpsons butler walking in on Simpson, who is suffering from the effects of a recent experiment

Human fetus inside amniotic sac

Positive pregnancy test
Pregnancy test. Pregnancy tester in a pot of urine showing a positive result. The tester is dipped in a womans urine. After a period of one minute either one or two blue lines are shown

Illustration of birth by caesarian section from Scipione Mercurio La Commare o Raccoglitrice ... Verona, 1642
527519 Illustration of birth by caesarian section from Scipione Mercurio La Commare o Raccoglitrice ... Verona, 1642. Mercurio recommended caesarian section in cases of contracted pelvis

Birth of Julius Caesar (c100-44 BC) by caesarian section. Flemish manuscript c1474 of Seutonius Lives of the Caesars
527530 Birth of Julius Caesar (c100-44 BC) by caesarian section. Flemish manuscript c1474 of Seutonius Lives of the Caesars which repeated the legend of Caesar's birth.; Universal History

Obstetric clamp and its use to remove a uterine polyp, tweezers and speculum by Andre Levret - Plate from "
FLO4611914 Obstetric clamp and its use to remove a uterine polyp, tweezers and speculum by Andre Levret - Plate from " L'Encyclopedie" by Denis Diderot (1713-1784)

Model of twins in the womb (wax)
BEN360190 Model of twins in the womb (wax) by Susini, Clemente (1754-1814); Museo della Specola, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: gemelli; scultura di cera; ); Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian

Room of an obstetrics departmnent. You can see the patient with her child. The doctor, sitting close to the bed, is also present. Italy. Date of Photograph:1950 - 1960 ca

Naked pregnant women
Naked pregnant woman at full term

Caring for a mother and her newborn (vellum)
CHT236089 Caring for a mother and her newborn (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris

Vaginal speculum used by Joseph-Claude-Anthelme Recamier (1774-1852) (wood & metal)
CHT236082 Vaginal speculum used by Joseph-Claude-Anthelme Recamier (1774-1852) (wood & metal) by French School, (19th century); Musee d Histoire de la Medecine, Paris

Female anatomy, from Commentaria cum amplissimis additionibus super anatomiam
CHT236081 Female anatomy, from Commentaria cum amplissimis additionibus super anatomiam mundini, by Jacopo Berengario da Carpi (c.1460-c.1530) published in Bologna

MS Hunter 658 Plate XXVI Drawing from William Hunters (1718-83)
GUL232057 MS Hunter 658 Plate XXVI Drawing from William Hunters (1718-83) Anatomy of the Human Gravid Uterus, 1774 (chalk on paper) by Rymsdyk, Jan van (fl.1750-88/89); Glasgow University Library

Forceps used by Jan Palfyn of Ghent (1650-1730) (wood & metal)
CHT236080 Forceps used by Jan Palfyn of Ghent (1650-1730) (wood & metal) by French School, (18th century); Musee d Histoire de la Medecine, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Ema (votive plaque) depicting a woman expressing milk (pen & ink on paper)
CHT236077 Ema (votive plaque) depicting a woman expressing milk (pen & ink on paper) by Japanese School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

18th century tweezers and speculum for obstetrics
Wire-knot tweezers for obstetrics 1, 2, use of the wire-knot tweezer to remove an uterine polyp 3, tweezers and speculum invented by Andre Levret 4, 5

Statuette of a woman giving birth (terracotta) (see also 349763)
CHT236075 Statuette of a woman giving birth (terracotta) (see also 349763) by Pre-Columbian; Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; South American, out of copyright

Vaginal speculum used by Antoine Jobert de Lamballe (1799-1867) (metal & ivory)
CHT236088 Vaginal speculum used by Antoine Jobert de Lamballe (1799-1867) (metal & ivory) by French School, (19th century); Musee d Histoire de la Medecine, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

Anatomy of a pregnant woman, from Manuel d Anatomie descriptive du Corps
CHT236084 Anatomy of a pregnant woman, from Manuel d Anatomie descriptive du Corps Humain by Jules Cloquet (1790-1883) engraved by G

Statuette of a woman giving birth (terracotta) (see also 236075)
XZO349763 Statuette of a woman giving birth (terracotta) (see also 236075) by Pre-Columbian; Private Collection; (add.info.: femme accouchant; ); South American, out of copyright

Presentation at Fontainebleau of the Dauphin to his father, King Henri IV
488563 Presentation at Fontainebleau of the Dauphin to his father, King Henri IV, on 27 September, 1601 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Midwifery, illustration from Encyclopedia Britannica, published in Edinburgh
DGC398035 Midwifery, illustration from Encyclopedia Britannica, published in Edinburgh, 1798 (copperplate engraving) by Bell, Alexander (fl)

Box of obstetric instruments (wood & metal)
XIR223818 Box of obstetric instruments (wood & metal) by Italian School, (18th century); Museo Nazionale Dell Arte Sanitaria, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Pregnant woman (pottery)
CHT236074 Pregnant woman (pottery) by Pre-Columbian; Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; South American, out of copyright

Statuette of a woman giving birth, given to pregnant women for a successful delivery
CHT236071 Statuette of a woman giving birth, given to pregnant women for a successful delivery, from Alexandria (terracotta) by Egyptian Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Fertilisation of a Human Egg, from La Creation Naturelle et les Etres
CHT236018 The Fertilisation of a Human Egg, from La Creation Naturelle et les Etres Vivants by Dr. J. Rengade, c.1880 (coloured engraving) by French School

Sebastian Recasens Girol, (Barcelona, ??1863-Madrid, 1933), Doctor in Gynecology and Obstetrics, he was the obstetrician of Queen Victoria Eugenia

Segond, c1893. Artist: Eugene Pirou
Segond, c1893. Paul Ferdinand Segond (1851-1912), French surgeon who was a founder of obstetrics and the teaching of gynaecology in Paris

Dr William Hunter, Scottish anatomist and obstetrician, (1870). Artist:s Freeman
Dr William Hunter, Scottish anatomist and obstetrician, (1870). Hunter (1718-1783), the older brother of the famed physiologist and surgeon John Hunter

Ignaz Philip Semmelweis (1818-1865), Hungarian obstetrician, 19th century

Woman in a birthing chair, Ancient Egyptian limestone relief from Kawm Umbu. Various medical instruments are depicted on the right

Growth of female midsection during pregnancy stages

Pregnant woman and nurse F008 / 2964
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman and nurse

Pregnant woman and nurse F008 / 2967
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Pregnant woman with baby scan F008 / 2985
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman with baby scan

Newborn baby. Close-up of a baby that has just been born, with the umbilical cord still attached

Cutaway view of a pregnant woman with fetus

Medical illustration of fetus development at 36 weeks

Pregnant woman and nurse F008 / 2965
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Obstetric examination F008 / 2961
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Newborn baby being weighed in a hospital. The scales show a weight of 3.82 kilograms, which is a healthy weight for a newborn baby

Semmelweiss, Ignac Flp (Buddha, 1818-Vienna, 1865). Hungarian doctor. He discovered that puerperal fever is caused by infectious agents

William Potts Dewees
WILLIAM POTTS DEWEES American medical practitioner, specialising in obstetrics and midwifery. Date: 1768 - 1841

SEMMELWEISS, Ignaz (1816 - 1865). Hungarian doctor. He discovered that puerperal fever is caused by infectious agents. Oil

Fetus inside womb

Medical illustration of fetus development at 9 weeks

James Blundell, engraved by J. Cochran, from The National Portrait Gallery, Volume II
KW285316 James Blundell, engraved by J. Cochran, from The National Portrait Gallery, Volume II, published c.1820 (litho) by Room

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Obstetrics, the fascinating field of medicine that revolves around childbirth and women's reproductive health, has a rich history filled with groundbreaking discoveries and remarkable advancements. From the momentous occasion of newborn babies entering this world at maternity hospitals to the pioneering work of Simpson researching anaesthetics in the 1840s, it has played a vital role in ensuring safe and comfortable deliveries. One cannot help but marvel at the intricate beauty captured in images like the human fetus inside an amniotic sac or the uterine cells during childbirth. These glimpses into the miracle of life remind us of how precious each pregnancy is. The joyous anticipation that follows a positive pregnancy test fills hearts with hope and excitement for what lies ahead. Through meticulous observations and detailed models like twins in wax or William Hunter's anatomical drawings from his "Anatomy of Human Gravid Uterus, " we gain invaluable insights into the complex workings within a pregnant woman's body. Ms Hunter's delicate vellum artwork depicting caring for both mother and newborn serves as a testament to humanity's commitment to nurturing new life. Instruments such as Joseph-Claude-Anthelme Recamier's vaginal speculum made from wood and metal highlight how medical tools have evolved over time to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. These innovations have undoubtedly contributed to improving maternal care throughout history. As we explore female anatomy through ancient texts like "Commentaria cum amplissimis additionibus super anatomiam" or delve into William Hunter’s comprehensive plates showcasing various stages of pregnancy, we deepen our understanding of women's bodies while celebrating their incredible strength. Obstetrics continues to evolve today, driven by dedicated healthcare professionals who strive to provide expectant mothers with optimal care during one of life’s most transformative experiences, and is through their unwavering commitment that countless lives are touched, making obstetrics an awe-inspiring realm where science meets compassion.