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Hippocrates Collection (#2)

Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, left an indelible mark on the field of healthcare with his groundbreaking contributions

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrate and Democrite, c1584-1629. Artist: Jacques de Gheyn II

Hippocrate and Democrite, c1584-1629. Artist: Jacques de Gheyn II
Hippocrate and Democrite, c1584-1629

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates of Cos, Ancient Greek physician, 1866

Hippocrates of Cos, Ancient Greek physician, 1866. Known as the father of medicine Hippocrates (c460-c359 BC) laid the foundations of a scientific basis for medicine

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates of Cos, Ancient Greek physician

Hippocrates of Cos, Ancient Greek physician. Hippocrates (c460-377 BC) is known as the father of medicine. Portrait bust, from the Louvre, Paris

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates / Louvre Bust

Hippocrates / Louvre Bust
HIPPOCRATES. Greek medical: portrait bust in the Louvre Date: 460 - 357BC

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates / Cooke

Hippocrates / Cooke
HIPPOCRATES. Greek medical: portrait bust Date: 460 - 357BC

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates of Kos (c. 460 BC-c. 370 BC)

Hippocrates of Kos (c. 460 BC-c. 370 BC)
Illustration of a Hippocrates of Kos (c.460 BC-c.370 BC)

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates of Kos, Pieter Serwouters, Bonaventura Elzevier, Abraham Elzevier (I), 1628

Hippocrates of Kos, Pieter Serwouters, Bonaventura Elzevier, Abraham Elzevier (I), 1628

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates of Cos (c460-377 or 359 BC) Ancient Greek physician called the father of medicine

Hippocrates of Cos (c460-377 or 359 BC) Ancient Greek physician called the father of medicine. Portrait bust. Louvre, Paris

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates of Cos

Hippocrates of Cos (born c460 BC) Ancient Greek physician. Engraving after a gem in the collection of James Tassie. London, 1811

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Four Humors with their animals

Four Humors with their animals
The Four Humors with their representative animals. Choleric, with lion: Sanguine, with ape: Phlegmatic, with sheep: Melancholic, with pig

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Joseph-Francois Malgaigne

Joseph-Francois Malgaigne (1806-1865) was a distinguished French surgeon, medical historian and anatomist. He specialised in fractures and the orthopaedic surgery of the knee, hip and shoulder

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Scene of trephining, cataract removal, dentistry, and other medical treatment

Scene of trephining, cataract removal, dentistry, and other medical treatment
CLINIC SCENE, 1550. Scene of trephining, cataract removal, dentistry, and other medical treatment. Woodcut from an edition of Galens Opera omnia, Venice, 1550

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Greek physician. Antique sculpture bust

Greek physician. Antique sculpture bust
HIPPOCRATES (c460-c377 B.C.). Greek physician. Antique sculpture bust

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Greek physician. Line engraving, English, 1825

Greek physician. Line engraving, English, 1825
HIPPOCRATES (c460-c377 B.C.). Greek physician. Line engraving, English, 1825

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Greek physician. Woodcut, French, from Ambroise Par

Greek physician. Woodcut, French, from Ambroise Par
HIPPOCRATES (c460-c377 B.C.). Greek physician. Woodcut, French, from Ambroise Par

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Greek physician. Wood engraving, 19th century, after an antique bust

Greek physician. Wood engraving, 19th century, after an antique bust
HIPPOCRATES (c460-c377 B.C.). Greek physician. Wood engraving, 19th century, after an antique bust

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Greek physicians Galen (129-c200 A. D. ), left, and Hippocrates (c460-c377 B. C. ) in consultation

Greek physicians Galen (129-c200 A. D. ), left, and Hippocrates (c460-c377 B. C. ) in consultation
GALEN AND HIPPOCRATES. Greek physicians Galen (129-c200 A.D.), left, and Hippocrates (c460-c377 B.C.) in consultation. Italian fresco, 13th century

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Greek physician. Woodcut, French, 1561, from Ambroise Par

Greek physician. Woodcut, French, 1561, from Ambroise Par
HIPPOCRATES (c460-c377 B.C.). Greek physician. Woodcut, French, 1561, from Ambroise Par

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates / Artaxerxes

Hippocrates / Artaxerxes
HIPPOCRATES. Greek medical, refusing Artaxerxess gifts Date: 460 - 357BC

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates, Greek doctor and philosopher

Hippocrates, Greek doctor and philosopher
Hippocrates (c. 460-370 BC), engraving of a marble bust of the Greek doctor and philosopher. He is considered to be the father of medicine, although little is actually known about him

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates / Sesone / Coin

Hippocrates / Sesone / Coin
HIPPOCRATES Greek medical

Background imageHippocrates Collection: Hippocrates / Thevet / 1584

Hippocrates / Thevet / 1584
HIPPOCRATES Greek medical




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Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, left an indelible mark on the field of healthcare with his groundbreaking contributions. His legacy is immortalized in various forms, including the Hippocratic oath and his code of ethical conduct for practitioners of medicine. Dating back to the Byzantine era in the 12th century, a manuscript featuring Hippocrates' code takes shape as a cross. This symbolic representation emphasizes the importance of integrity and compassion in medical practice. In an English steel engraving from 1839 by Vander Gucht, we catch a glimpse of this Greek physician who revolutionized medicine. His wisdom and expertise continue to inspire generations even centuries later. The crypt of Anagni Cathedral in Italy houses a captivating fresco from 1928 depicting Hippocrates saving Athens. Though its creator remains unknown, this artwork serves as a testament to his significant impact on society. Another portrayal shows Hippocrates alongside Chapman and Col, highlighting their collaboration and dedication to advancing medical knowledge during their time. Together they paved the way for future physicians to follow. Born around 460-370 BC on Kos Island, Greece, Hippocrates' influence spread far beyond borders. Famed lithographers Perez and Donon published an image capturing his essence that continues to captivate audiences today. Petrus de Montagnana's illustration from Fasciculus Medicinae by Jean de Ketham showcases another artistic interpretation dating back to Venice in 1495. The colored woodcut beautifully captures Hippocrates' commitment to healing humanity. An engraving dedicated solely to him further solidifies his status as one of history's most revered figures in medicine. This visual representation pays homage to his immense contributions that have shaped modern healthcare practices. Lastly, within Anagni Cathedral's crypt lies yet another mesmerizing fresco portraying both Hippocrates and Galen side by side. Their combined efforts symbolize how these two great minds influenced medical progress throughout different eras. Hippocrates' enduring legacy continues to inspire and guide medical professionals worldwide.