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Metal Print : RADIOLOGIST, c1930. A radiologist using x-rays to repel Death, personified as a skeleton wearing a shroud, as it approaches a young woman on an operating table. Etching by Ivo Saliger, c1930
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RADIOLOGIST, c1930. A radiologist using x-rays to repel Death, personified as a skeleton wearing a shroud, as it approaches a young woman on an operating table. Etching by Ivo Saliger, c1930
RADIOLOGIST, c1930.
A radiologist using x-rays to repel Death, personified as a skeleton wearing a shroud, as it approaches a young woman on an operating table. Etching by Ivo Saliger, c1930
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Media ID 6216775
1930 Allegory Breast Death Device Etching Grim Reaper Machine Medicine Nude Patient Personification Physician Radiation Room Shroud Skeleton Table X Ray Young Operating Radiologist
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into the fascinating world of medical history with our captivating Metal Print of 'Radiologist, c1930' by Ivo Saliger. This etching, sourced from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, depicts a bold radiologist wielding x-rays to challenge the personified figure of Death, represented as a skeleton shrouded in a cloak. As Death approaches a young woman on an operating table, the radiologist's determination and advanced technology come together in a heroic stand against the grim reaper. Bring this intriguing piece of art into your home or office to spark conversation and inspire awe. The high-quality Metal Print will add a unique and thought-provoking touch to any space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this etching by Ivo Saliger from the 1930s, we are transported to a room where a radiologist is using x-rays to repel Death himself. The scene unfolds as Death, personified as a skeleton draped in a shroud, approaches a young woman lying on an operating table. The radiologist stands tall and determined, his device emitting powerful radiation that acts as a shield against the Grim Reaper's presence. This artwork serves as an allegory for the power of medicine and the advancements made in radiology during that era. It symbolizes the ability of doctors to combat death and prolong life through their knowledge and innovative technologies. The composition is filled with tension and anticipation, with the young woman representing vulnerability while facing her mortality. The intricate details of Saliger's etching bring out the intensity of this moment, capturing both fear and hope within its lines. As viewers, we are reminded of how far medical science has come since then but also reflect on our own mortality. This thought-provoking piece invites us to ponder not only our physical well-being but also our relationship with death itself. Saliger's "Radiologist" remains timeless in its message about human resilience in the face of adversity—a testament to art's ability to provoke deep contemplation across generations.
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