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View of a room of the Pellizzari Institute, in Florence, used for physioradiotherapeutic therapy, 1905 (glass plate)
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View of a room of the Pellizzari Institute, in Florence, used for physioradiotherapeutic therapy, 1905 (glass plate)
494196 View of a room of the Pellizzari Institute, in Florence, used for physioradiotherapeutic therapy, 1905 (glass plate)
by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); Alinari
Media ID 22403334
© Alinari / Bridgeman Images
Clinic Clinical Doctors Equipment Florentine Florentino Hospital Machine Machinery Nurse Nurses Patient Patients Physiotherapy Radiation Sinister Therapeutic Therapy Treatment Tuscan Black And White Photograph Physical Health Radiotherapy
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This photograph, taken in 1905 by Fratelli Alinari, offers a rare glimpse into the Pellizzari Institute in Florence during a physioradiotherapeutic therapy session. The image showcases an interior view of a room bustling with nurses, doctors, and patients engaged in this innovative treatment method. The scene is filled with intriguing medical equipment and machinery that were cutting-edge for their time. These tools were used to administer radiation-based physiotherapy to patients seeking clinical treatment for various ailments. The atmosphere exudes an air of both mystery and hope as the Florentine clinic aimed to improve the physical health of its visitors. The composition highlights the juxtaposition between light and shadow, creating an almost sinister ambiance within the room. This play on lighting adds depth to the photograph while emphasizing the seriousness of these medical procedures. As we gaze at this historical snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to early 20th-century Italy. The image encapsulates not only a significant moment in medical history but also reflects upon Italian culture and society during that era. Through this remarkable print from Bridgeman Images' collection, we can appreciate how far medicine has come while acknowledging the dedication of those who paved the way for modern therapeutic practices.
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