Gersdorff Collection

Man visited by the scourge of leprosy. Disease was often thought to be God's punishment for a sinful act or acts
527548 Man visited by the scourge of leprosy. Disease was often thought to be God's punishment for a sinful act or acts

Gersdorff, Hans von (1455 - 1529). German surgeon. Amputation of a leg. Woodcut by Hans Wechtlin for the book
CUL4850299 Gersdorff, Hans von (1455 - 1529). German surgeon. Amputation of a leg. Woodcut by Hans Wechtlin for the book "Feldtbuch der Wundartzney" (Field book of surgery), 1517

Carriage of the Saxon minister, M. de Gersdorff, in Queen Victorias coronation parade. Handcoloured aquatint engraving from Fores Correct Representation of the State Procession on the Occasion of

Carriage of the Greek Minister in Queen Victoria s
Carriage of the Greek Minister, Prince Michael Soutzo, in Queen Victorias coronation parade. Handcoloured aquatint engraving from Fores Correct Representation of the State Procession on the Occasion

Gersdorff, Hans von (1455 - 1529). German surgeon. Amputation of a leg. Woodcut by Hans Wechtlin for the book Feldtbuch der Wundartzney (Field book of surgery), 1517. Renaissance art. Engraving

Arist Fyodorovich von Gersdorff (1805-1883), 1839. Found in the Collection of Institut of Russian Literature IRLI (Pushkin-House), St Petersburg

Portrait of Arist Fyodorovich von Gersdorff (1805-1883), 1840. Artist: Klunder, Alexander Ivanovich (1802-1875)
Portrait of Arist Fyodorovich von Gersdorff (1805-1883), 1840. Found in the collection of State Central Literary Museum, Moscow

ERGOTISM, 1540. A victim of ergotism (St. Anthonys Fire) appealing to St. Anthony for aid. Woodcut from an edition of Hans von Gersdorffs Feldtbuch der Wundartzney, Strassburg, 1540

The extraction of a bone fragment from the brain resulting from a skull fracture
SKULL OPERATION, 1517. The extraction of a bone fragment from the brain resulting from a skull fracture. Woodcut from the first edition of Hans von Gersdorffs Feldtbuch der Wundartzney

St Anthony the Great (Antony) of Thebes 251-356. Egyptian aesthetic: Father of Christian monasticism: Patron saint of herdsmen

Amputation of leg without anaesthetic. Surgeon uses bow-saw to remove leg blow the knee while his assistant holds the foot

Surgeon performing an amputation. Woodcut from an edition of Hans von Gersdoffs Feldtbuch der Wundartzney, Strassburg
AMPUTATION, 1540. Surgeon performing an amputation. Woodcut from an edition of Hans von Gersdoffs Feldtbuch der Wundartzney, Strassburg, 1540

Surgeon performing an amputation. Woodcut from an edition of Hans von Gersdoffs Feldtbuch der Wundartzney, Strassburg, 1540

A surgeon removing an arrow from a wounded soldier. Woodcut from an edition of Hans von Gersdoffs Feldtbuch der
BATTLEFIELD SURGEON, 1540. A surgeon removing an arrow from a wounded soldier. Woodcut from an edition of Hans von Gersdoffs Feldtbuch der Wundartzney (Guide to Surgery), Strassburg, Germany, 1540

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Gersdorff, Hans von (1455 - 1529), a renowned German surgeon, made significant contributions to the field of medicine during his time. His expertise in surgery was well-known and respected, as depicted in various historical artworks. One such artwork showcases the carriage of M. De Gersdorff, a Saxon minister. This image captures the elegance and importance associated with individuals bearing the name "Gersdorff. " Similarly, another painting portrays the carriage of the Greek Minister during Queen Victoria's reign, highlighting how this name transcended borders and held significance across different cultures. Arist Fyodorovich von Gersdorff (1805-1883) is also featured in two portraits by artist Alexander Ivanovich Klunder. These paintings immortalize Arist's presence and capture his essence for future generations to admire. In addition to these depictions of influential figures named Gersdorff, there are woodcuts from Hans von Gersdorff's Feldtbuch der Wundartzney (Guide to Surgery). One woodcut illustrates a victim suffering from ergotism seeking aid from St. Anthony. This emphasizes not only Hans von Gersdorff's medical knowledge but also his understanding of spiritual remedies. Another woodcut shows an extraction procedure for a bone fragment resulting from a skull fracture – an intricate surgical technique that demonstrates Hans von Gersdorff's skillful approach towards complex cases. Furthermore, images depict amputations being performed without anesthesia using bow-saws – a testament to both the bravery of patients enduring such procedures and surgeons like Hans von Gersdorff who carried them out with precision and care.