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The Coming Race. The surgeon of the future. George du Maurier cartoon from Punch
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The Coming Race. The surgeon of the future. George du Maurier cartoon from Punch
The Coming Race. The surgeon of the future. George du Maurier cartoon from Punch London 14 September 1872 showing the patronising attitude women in the medical profession could expect from male colleagues. Engraving
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This vintage print from Punch magazine, titled "The Coming Race. The surgeon of the future" created by George du Maurier in September 1872, offers a glimpse into the prevailing attitudes towards women in the medical profession during that era. In this satirical cartoon, du Maurier highlights the patronizing and dismissive stance male colleagues often held towards their female counterparts. The engraving depicts a scene where a group of male surgeons is gathered around an operating table while a lone woman stands on the sidelines. The men are engrossed in their work, completely oblivious to her presence or expertise. This illustration serves as a poignant reminder of how women were marginalized and undervalued within traditionally male-dominated professions. During this period, feminism was still emerging as a powerful force advocating for gender equality across various spheres of life, including education and employment opportunities. Women faced significant barriers when pursuing careers in medicine or any other profession deemed suitable only for men. George du Maurier's cartoon captures both the challenges faced by pioneering women who dared to enter these professions and society's resistance to change. It serves as an important historical artifact that sheds light on past struggles while reminding us of how far we have come in promoting gender equality within professional realms today.
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