Discomfort Collection (#3)

Chinese criminals in the Viceroys Yamen, now used as a jail, Tientsin (Tianjin), China, 1901. Criminals wearing large wooden collars known as cangues. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Chain gang, Soo-Chow (Suzhou), China, late 19th or early 20th century. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Chain gang, Soo-Chow (Suzhou), China, late 19th or early 20th century. A chain gang wearing cangues, which record their crime. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Punishment of the Tcha, China, 1796. Artist: Hall
Punishment of the Tcha, China, 1796. A criminal with his head in a tcha, or cangue, a type of portable pillory

Advertising poster for Pastilles Poncelet, a cold and bronchitis remedy, 1896. Artist: Jules Cheret
Advertising poster for Pastilles Poncelet, a cold and bronchitis remedy, 1896. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Heatwave in Paris, 1895. Artist: F Meaulle
Heatwave in Paris, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 22nd September 1895

Chinese prisoners in cangues, 1910. Postcard

The cangue, China, 1907. Postcard

Likes His Moneys Worth, 1872. The discomforts of the night trains are highlighted in this cartoon. Bunks were not provided in second class and passengers had to find their comfort where they might

First Class Travelling, 1864. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
First Class Travelling, 1864. Various Evolutions Performed by Mr. M Lankie, after the Eighth Hour of the Journey from Edinburgh to London, in the Vain Endeavour to Obtain Relief for his Legs

Fakir with Hooks in Back
Placing hooks in the back of a fakir : not only is the process painful, but the wounds will fester and lead to further pain, apart from the discomfort Date: circa 1900

Three cold dogs in the snow on a Christmas card
Three cold dogs huddled together in the snow on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, dog being given a bath
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- Tatters, a wire-haired fox terrier, being given a bath in the scullery sink, an operation which he hated. Date: 1927

Bonzo Wants His Money Back by George Studdy
Bonzo Wants His Money Back. Travelling in the underground at rush hour, hemmed in by peoples feet and umbrellas, is definitely not worth the cost of a ticket! 1923

Out of Doors -- horse with stone in hoof
Out of Doors -- a horse (Bob) has a stone in his hoof. Date: 19th century

Bonzo makes his bed... by George Studdy
Bonzo makes his bed, but does not lie in it -- he tries to get comfortable on a red cushion, without success, until he is turfed out by a small black and white kitten

Rufus the cat out in the cold and rain
Out in the Cold -- Rufus the cat sits outside on the doorstep in the cold and rain. Date: 1912

Jeek the puppy on bath day
Jeek the mongrel puppy undergoing the trials and tribulations of bath day. Date: 1940

Francesco I d Este Discomfort Displays Piety
Artokoloro

Anatomy of acromioclavicular joint rupture and displacement

Comparison of different sized kidney stones in the human kidney. The middle image shows the use of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy to break up the stones

Conceptual image of gout in the big toe. Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that causes sudden, severe pain, swelling and tenderness of joints

Medical chart showing the signs and symptoms of kidney stones

Conceptual image of rheumatoid arthritis in the human hand
Conceptual image of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the human hand. RA is a chronic inflammatory disorder that typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet

The Wall of Heaven Where the Bad but Not Very Bad Are in Temporary Discomfort; Simon Marmion, Flemish, active 1450 - 1489; Ghent, Belgium, Europe; 1475; Tempera colors, gold leaf, gold paint

Businessman pouring medicine, , (B&W)

Hip pain, artwork F007 / 0969
Hip pain, computer artwork

Shoulder pain, artwork F007 / 3696
Shoulder pain, computer artwork

Back pain, artwork F007 / 4097
Back pain, computer artwork

Pelvic pain, artwork F007 / 3521
Pelvic pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 4270
Joint pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 3555
Joint pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 3795
Joint pain, computer artwork

Pelvic pain, artwork F007 / 3833
Pelvic pain, computer artwork

Spine pain, artwork F007 / 3518
Spine pain, computer artwork

Pelvic pain, artwork F007 / 3897
Pelvic pain, computer artwork

Foot pain, artwork F007 / 3831
Foot pain, computer artwork

Back pain, artwork F007 / 4154
Back pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 4155
Joint pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 3553
Joint pain, computer artwork

Elbow pain, artwork F007 / 3698
Elbow pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 2454
Joint pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 3397
Joint pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 4045
Joint pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 4015
Joint pain, computer artwork

Neck pain, artwork F007 / 4098
Neck pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 3956
Joint pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 3551
Joint pain, computer artwork

Joint pain, artwork F007 / 3707
Joint pain, computer artwork

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"Unveiling the Unseen: A Journey through Discomfort" The medical illustration of an appendix with appendicitis reminds us of the excruciating pain that can arise from within, urging us to prioritize our health. Through a conceptual artwork depicting knee pain, we delve into the realm of discomfort, understanding the limitations it imposes on our mobility and daily activities. Joint pain is visually explored in a thought-provoking conceptual artwork, highlighting the anguish experienced by those grappling with this debilitating condition. An X-ray artwork portraying a headache unveils the invisible torment endured by individuals battling migraines, emphasizing their need for support and understanding. Conceptual artwork showcasing running injuries serves as a stark reminder that pushing ourselves too far can lead to physical discomfort and potential harm. In an advertisement for Thomsons glove-fitting corset, we witness how even fashion sought relief from bodily discomforts in times gone by – reminding us of our constant pursuit for comfort throughout history. Migraine pain takes center stage as we explore its profound impact on individuals' lives; shedding light on their struggle to find solace amidst throbbing agony. Three runaway schoolboys experiencing seasickness evoke empathy towards their plight – illustrating how even temporary bouts can disrupt life's adventures. Conceptual artwork capturing neck pain prompts reflection on the toll it takes not only physically but also emotionally; inspiring compassion towards those enduring such suffering silently. "On the Omnibus" by John Leech transports us back in time where public transportation was no stranger to uncomfortable journeys - inviting contemplation about collective experiences of distress across generations. Rheumatoid arthritis reveals itself through an X-ray image, unraveling the unseen battles fought within joints while encouraging empathy towards those living with chronic discomfort every day.