Early X-ray demonstration, 1896 C016 / 2547
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Early X-ray demonstration, 1896 C016 / 2547
Early X-ray demonstration. Lithograph and X-ray (gelatin silver print) montage from 1896, showing two views of a woman. At left, she is clothed, with the presence of X-rays marked by the letter X. At right, the X-rays have imaged her skeleton. X-rays, discovered in 1895 by German physicist Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen (1845-1923), and initially reported in the mainstream press, became an instant sensation. The German inscription at left translates as A new light moves the world. The stamp at lower right references the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, branch of the IOOF fraternity, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1896 showcases an early X-ray demonstration, a groundbreaking moment in the history of medicine and scientific discovery. The lithograph and X-ray montage depicts two views of a woman, illustrating the transformative power of X-rays. On the left side, she is fully clothed while the letter "X" marks the presence of X-rays. On the right side, her skeleton becomes visible through the imaging technology. X-rays were first discovered by German physicist Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen in 1895 and quickly became a worldwide sensation. This image captures that sense of wonder and amazement surrounding this new scientific breakthrough. The German inscription on the print translates to "A new light moves the world" emphasizing its profound impact on society. The stamp at lower right references Philadelphia's branch of IOOF fraternity, highlighting how this revolutionary technology reached even fraternal organizations like Independent Order of Odd Fellows in America. This historical artwork not only represents a pivotal moment in medical history but also serves as a testament to human curiosity and our relentless pursuit of knowledge. It symbolizes both scientific progress and popular science dissemination during that era. Preserved by Library of Congress/Science Photo Library, this monochrome gelatin silver print continues to captivate viewers with its visual representation of pioneering radiography techniques from over a century ago.
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