Anaesthetist Collection

Simpson researching anaesthetics, 1840s
Sir James Young Simpson (1811-1870), Scottish doctor. This historical artwork shows Simpsons butler walking in on Simpson, who is suffering from the effects of a recent experiment

Benjamin Ward Richardson's sketch of a model city called "Hygeiopolis", 1877 (engraving)
5310742 Benjamin Ward Richardson's sketch of a model city called "Hygeiopolis", 1877 (engraving); (add.info)

Anaesthetist administering chloroform using apparatus devised by Dr Raphael Dubois to meet the requirements of
527506 Anaesthetist administering chloroform using apparatus devised by Dr Raphael Dubois to meet the requirements of the great French physiologist Paul Bert (1833-1886)

Hua Tuo (colour litho)
GIA3738224 Hua Tuo (colour litho) by Chinese School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hua Tuo (c.140-208) Chinese physician of the late Eastern Han dynasty

The Kings Illness (b / w photo)
1600735 The Kings Illness (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Illness, His Majestys Medical Advisers)

Surgeon, nurses and anaesthetist with patient
Surgeon, three nurses and an anaesthetist stand next to an unconscious patient on an operating table. Date: circa 1930

Operation Room, Woolwich School Treatment Centre, London, 1914. A doctor, anaesthetist, and nurse attending to a child with a gag in their mouth

Dental Room, Woolwich School treatment centre, London, 1914. A dentist in the act of extracting teeth, with apparatus ready and an anaesthetist and nurse standing by

Benjamin Ward Richardson, British physician and writer on medical history, 1883. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Benjamin Ward Richardson, British physician and writer on medical history, 1883. Richardson was an eminent physician, anaesthetist and physiologist

Administering gas and ether to a patient in a sitting position, using Clovers apparatus. From RJ Probyn - Williams " A Practical Guide to the Administration of Anesthetics", London, 1901

Sketch cover, Lady D Abernon as an anaesthetist, WW1
Front cover of The Sketch magazine featuring a portrait of Helen Venetia Vincent, Viscountess D Abernon (nÚÑáDuncombe) (18661954), British peeress, socialite and diarist

Illustration of operation being performed in operating theatre

T. S. Wells performing operation
Thomas Spencer Wells (1818 - 1897) British gynecologist who perfected ovariotomy, performing an operation on a patient anaesthetized by chloroform, c1870

Anaesthetist administering chloroform using apparatus devised by Dr Raphael Dubois to meet the requirements of the great French physiologist Paul Bert (1833 - 1886)

Doctor administrating laughing gas
Apparatus for the administration of laughing gas (nitrous oxide) developed in England. From " La Nature", Paris, 1874

Administering anaesthetic
MODEL RELEASED. Administering anaesthetic

Surgical team
MODEL RELEASED. Surgical team

Anaesthetist
MODEL RELEASED. Anaesthetist

Re-enactment of first anaesthesia, 1850
Re-enactment of first anaesthesia. Group of surgeons and a patient re-enacting the first operation that was carried out under general anaesthesia

Brain operation in progress
Brain surgery. View of an operating theatre during a neurosurgery procedure. The surgeons are at top left, along the left is the patients body under sheets

Agnews surgical clinic, 1889
Agnews surgical clinic. At left, holding a scalpel, is US surgeon David Hayes Agnew (1818-1892), supervising a partial breast removal operation (mastectomy)

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In the 1840s, Simpson embarked on groundbreaking research in anaesthetics, revolutionizing the field of medicine. Hua Tuo's vibrant colour litho showcases the historical significance of anaesthesia throughout different cultures and eras. A captivating black and white photo captures a poignant moment during "The King's Illness, " highlighting the crucial role played by anaesthetists in providing comfort to patients. An iconic image depicts a surgeon, nurses, and an anaesthetist working seamlessly together to ensure optimal care for their patient. The Operation Room at Woolwich School Treatment Centre in London, 1914 stands as a testament to advancements made in surgical procedures with the aid of skilled anaesthetists. Even dental procedures benefitted from the expertise of these professionals, as seen in the Dental Room at Woolwich School Treatment Centre. Benjamin Ward Richardson's portrait serves as a tribute to his contributions both as a British physician and writer on medical history. During World War I, Lady D Abernon donned her role as an anaesthetist bravely amidst chaos and uncertainty. A sketch cover immortalizes her dedication towards saving lives during wartime. Illustrations vividly capture moments where an anaesthetist administers anesthesia to patients lying on operating tables or performs operations within bustling operating theatres. These depictions showcase their unwavering commitment to ensuring pain-free surgeries for countless individuals. Administering gas and ether became second nature for these skilled professionals like T. S Wells who performed life-changing operations with precision and compassion. Through centuries of progress, one thing remains constant - the invaluable presence of dedicated anaesthetists who continue to play an indispensable role in alleviating pain and facilitating successful medical interventions.