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Examination of an apothecary, early 18th century (oil)
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Examination of an apothecary, early 18th century (oil)
CHT163038 Examination of an apothecary, early 18th century (oil) by French School, (18th century); Faculte de Pharmacie, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22930800
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Assistant Balance Bottle Chemist Display Cabinet Exam Jars Ladder Mortar Mould Pestle Pharmacist Pharmacy Preparation Professor Scales Sieve Squeezing Student Vases
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Examination of an Apothecary - A Glimpse into 18th Century Pharmaceutical Practices
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. This oil painting, titled "Examination of an Apothecary" offers a fascinating insight into the world of medicine and pharmacy in early 18th century France. Created by an unknown French artist from that era, this masterpiece is now housed at the Faculte de Pharmacie in Paris. The scene depicted showcases a bustling apothecary shop filled with various tools and ingredients used for medicinal preparations. The interior is adorned with shelves displaying jars, vases, bottles, and pharmaceutical vases containing herbs and substances essential to the practice. A professor stands at the center, attentively examining a young assistant's work as he skillfully operates a mortar and pestle. Surrounding them are students eagerly observing this educational moment while perched on ladders or standing beside display cabinets filled with instruments and molds. Scales for precise measurements can be seen nearby along with sieves, pots, pans, and other equipment necessary for compounding medicines. The composition exudes authenticity as it captures not only the meticulousness required in pharmaceutical practices but also highlights the importance of education within this field. This painting serves as both a historical record of early pharmacy techniques and an homage to those dedicated to healing through scientific means. With its rich details meticulously rendered by the artist's brushstrokes, "Examination of an Apothecary" invites viewers to step back in time and appreciate the
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