Scurvy Collection

Watercress, Sisymbrium nasturtium, and scurvy grass, Cochlearia officinalis
5856498 Watercress, Sisymbrium nasturtium, and scurvy grass, Cochlearia officinalis; (add.info.: Watercress, Sisymbrium nasturtium, and scurvy grass, Cochlearia officinalis)

Fictional depiction of Queen Purea (Oberea) offering a plantain leaf in surrender to sailors of the Dolphin, 1767
FLO4624471 Fictional depiction of Queen Purea (Oberea) offering a plantain leaf in surrender to sailors of the Dolphin, 1767

Accidents caracteristiques et principales lesions du scorbut (colour litho)
5210433 Accidents caracteristiques et principales lesions du scorbut (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Greenland scurvy grass, Cochlearia groenlandica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1817

Queen Purea of Tahiti surrendering to Tobias
Fictional depiction of Queen Purea (Oberea) offering a plantain leaf in surrender to sailors of the Dolphin, 1767. (Captain Samuel Wallis was too ill with scurvy to leave the ship so Tobias Furneaux)

Scarcity in India, engraved and pub. by Charles Knight (1743-c
NP125541 Scarcity in India, engraved and pub. by Charles Knight (1743-c.1826), 1794 (stipple engraving) (pair of 125540) by Singleton

A Bread-Fruit, c. 1825 (handcoloured litho)
MGS149829 A Bread-Fruit, c.1825 (handcoloured litho) by English School, (19th century); 61.7x49 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Life in the Klondyke Gold Fields, the Dark Side of the Picture, the Camp Doctors Daily Work (litho)
1063681 Life in the Klondyke Gold Fields, the Dark Side of the Picture, the Camp Doctors Daily Work (litho) by English School

At The End, c1845, 1936
At The End, 1936. The ill-fated crew of Sir John Franklin trapped in the ice. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

Scurvy Grass, Whiterocks, Portrush - a view of the flower outside. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Portrush). Date: circa early 1900s

St. Elizabeth of Hungary tending the sick and leprous, c. 1671-74 (oil on canvas)
XIR85995 St. Elizabeth of Hungary tending the sick and leprous, c.1671-74 (oil on canvas) by Murillo, Bartolome Esteban (1618-82); Hospital de la Santa Caridad, Seville

Scurvy Grass, Self-Heal, Shepherds Purse. Coloured plate from Sir John Hill M.D. The Family Herbal (engraving?) Date: circa 1820

Saint Louis (Louis IX of France) and his brothers Alphonse and Charles taken prisoner during the Sixth Crusade. Ransomed 1250. Woodcut of 1522. Incidence of Scurvy high amongst Crusaders

Artwork of disorders due to vitamin deficiencies
Vitamin deficiency disorders. Artwork of various disorders caused by vitamin deficiency. They are (clockwise from top left)

Vitamin C. Computer model of a molecule of the water-soluble vitamin C (ascorbic acid, C6.H8.O6). The atoms (solid tubes) of this organic molecule are colour-coded: carbon (yellow)

Back to Civilisation. The Second in Command at Lyttelton
Commander Evans, the Second in Command of the British Antarctic expedition of Captain Scott, pictured with the two men who saved his life when he was struck down with scurvy

Sledge party leaving an invalid in an ice cave, British Arct
Engraving showing a sledging party leaving an invalid, and a carer, in an ice cave; then heading back to base to fetch help, British Arctic Expedition, 1875-1876

Lieutenant Parr sets out to find help for the Northern Sledg
Engraving showing Lieutenant Parr setting off from the Northern Sledging party, in order to fetch help, during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876

Prevention of Scurvy
Serving lime juice to prevent scurvy during Alert Artic expedition

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"Scurvy: A Historical Tale of Disease and Discovery" In this captivating artwork, we are transported back in time to witness the devastating effects of scurvy, a disease that plagued sailors and explorers for centuries. The colour litho vividly portrays the characteristic accidents and main lesions caused by this ailment. Amidst the struggle against scurvy, we discover Greenland scurvy grass, Cochlearia groenlandica, a plant known for its medicinal properties in combating this affliction. Its presence symbolizes hope amidst despair. The surrendering of Queen Purea of Tahiti to Tobias serves as a reminder that even powerful figures were not immune to the ravages of scurvy. It highlights how indiscriminate this disease was in its reach. Engraved and published by Charles Knight, an image depicting scarcity in India further emphasizes the widespread impact across different regions. This visual representation sheds light on the dire consequences faced by those affected. A handcoloured litho showcases a bread-fruit tree from 1825—a significant discovery during expeditions aimed at finding remedies for scurvy. This fruit played a crucial role in preventing and treating the disease, offering sustenance to many explorers. Life in Klondyke Gold Fields reveals the dark side of exploration—the daily work undertaken by camp doctors battling against scurvy's relentless grip on miners seeking fortune. Their tireless efforts highlight both heroism and tragedy within these remote landscapes. Whiterocks' Portrush displays vibrant images Grass alongside Self-Heal and Shepherds Purse—plants traditionally used as herbal remedies against various ailments including scurvy. These natural wonders provide solace amidst suffering. Artwork showcasing St. Elizabeth tending to sick individuals afflicted with leprosy demonstrates compassion amid adversity—an inspiration for all who fought tirelessly against diseases like scurvy throughout history.