Poster Print : Castration 17th Century
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Castration 17th Century
A fearful patient is restrained on a low couch and castrated
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Media ID 609956
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Agony Couch Fearful Knife Pain Patient Restrained Surgery Castrated Castration
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating and thought-provoking addition to your walls from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This powerful image, titled "Castration 17th Century," is a striking depiction of historical medical practices, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. The photograph portrays a fearful patient, who is restrained on a low couch, as a surgeon performs a castration in the 17th century. This evocative image invites introspection and serves as a reminder of the medical advancements and societal norms of the past. The high-quality print, with its intricate details and vivid colors, is sure to make a statement in any setting. Embrace the allure of history and add this unique piece to your collection today.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
This haunting 17th century image from Mary Evans Picture Library depicts a moment of profound agony and fear in the midst of a medical procedure that was once commonplace but shrouded in secrecy. The patient, dressed in ornate clothing of the era, lies restrained on a low couch, his body tensed in terror as a surgeon, clad in the traditional attire of the time, prepares to perform a castration. The knife is poised above him, the blade glinting ominously in the dimly lit room. Castration, a surgical procedure that involved the removal of the testicles, was practiced for various reasons throughout history, including as a form of punishment, a means of achieving eunuch status, or as a medical intervention for certain conditions. The procedure was often carried out in secret, away from the prying eyes of the public, and was surrounded by a veil of mystery and taboo. The patient's expression of fear and pain is palpable in this powerful image, his eyes wide with terror as he clutches at the couch for support. The restraints that bind him serve not only to keep him still during the procedure but also to underline the power dynamic between the surgeon and the patient, a dynamic that was shaped by the social and cultural norms of the time. Despite the advances of modern medicine, the image of a patient undergoing castration remains a stark reminder of the physical and emotional toll that medical procedures could take in the past. It also serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, as the patient endures this painful ordeal with courage and determination, even as his body is irrevocably changed.
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