Spain. Madrid. Womens room on the Hospital installed at the
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Spain. Madrid. Womens room on the Hospital installed at the
Spain. Madrid. Hospital installed at the Palace of Fine Arts on the occasion of the epidemic of cholera that threatened the city in 1890. Womens room. Engraving
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Arts Capital Cholera Circular Disease Doctor Emergency Epidemic Illness Installed Occasion Threatened
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This engraving captures a poignant moment in Madrid's history during the epidemic of cholera that gripped the city in 1890. The image depicts a women's room inside a temporary hospital installed at the Palace of Fine Arts to address the crisis. The hospital was a circular building designed to provide efficient care for the large number of patients affected by the disease. The interior of the women's room reveals a somber scene, with women lying weakly in beds, attended by a doctor and nursing staff. The room is sparsely furnished, with only the essentials to provide comfort and care. The atmosphere is one of urgency and emergency, as the city grappled with the spread of cholera. The Palace of Fine Arts, an iconic building in Madrid's capital, was an unexpected location for a hospital during this time. However, the circumstances called for innovative solutions, and the palace was transformed into a medical facility to help alleviate the suffering of the population. This engraving offers a glimpse into the contemporary age's medical response to a major illness, showcasing the resilience and resourcefulness of the people during a time of crisis. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of public health and the role of medical professionals in protecting communities during times of disease outbreaks.
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