Lancet Collection (#2)

The village barber, 1772. Artist: James Bretherton
The village barber, 1772. View of a barber, holding a lancet in one hand, a razor in the other and carrying a shaving dish under one arm

Church of St Philip & St James
Devon countryside scene with dog in foreground and church beyond. IoE 397518

Remains of St Giles Hospital
Ruins of medieval leper hospital chapel, Maldon, Essex. IoE 464998

Cathedral arch keystone, artwork
Cathedral arch keystone. Artwork of the keystone for an arch in a medieval cathedral being lowered into place. The keystone completes the arch

Sir Squire Sprigge
Sir (Samuel) Squire Sprigge (1860-1937), Medical editor and author, pictured in The Tatler in 1930 by which point he had been editor of The Lancet for thirty four years

Surgical equipment for the extraction of a cataract.. Surgical equipment for the extraction of the cataract and for the Fistula Lachrymalis: minute steel tenaculum, Clines instrument, scissors

Surgical equipment including probes, catheters and scissors.. Surgical equipment including spatula, eye probe, caustic case, probe, director, pocket tenaculum, male and female catheters, needles

Illustration of a lancet arch, Westminster Abbey, London, England

Ancient Synagogue at Metz (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF115897 Ancient Synagogue at Metz (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Thomas Wakley (1795-1862) English medical and social reformer and friend of William Cobbett. Founded the medical journal The Lancet in 1823. Exposed adulteration of foodstuffs (1851-1860)

Silver vaccinating lancet, circa 1870 C017 / 0707
Close up of a silver plated vaccinating lancet by J. H. Montague, London. J. H. Montague was a British manufacturer of medical instruments. This vaccinating lancet dates from around 1870, England

Lancet case with 2 lancets, circa 1800 C017 / 3588
Silver lancet case with two steel lancets with mother of pearl handles. Lancets are double edged surgical blades with a pointed end

Lancet cases, circa 1800 C017 / 3576
Three English lancet cases dating from around the year 1800 photographed on a red background. The central lancet case is made from shagreen and silver, the two outer cases are made of silver

Vaccinating lancet, 19th century C017 / 0729
Ornate vaccinating lancet and scalpel made from ivory and silver. This antique instrument is English and dates from around 1860

Two lancets and shagreen case, circa 1790 C017 / 3561
Green shagreen (rough, granular surfaced leather) lancet case with two tortoiseshell lancets. Lancets are double-edged surgical blades with a pointed end

Carved horn Lancet case, 18th century C017 / 3553
This lancet case was made in and exported from china in 1790. It is carved from horn with an extremely detailed traditional oriental scene

Etui with three lancets, 18th century C017 / 3565
Silver etui engraved with a lion design and three lancets. Lancets are double edged surgical blades with a pointed end. These instruments were used to open patients veins for bloodletting

Silver vaccinating lancet, circa 1870 C017 / 0708
Silver plated vaccinating lancet by J. H. Montague, London. J. H. Montague was a British manufacturer of medical instruments, his name can be seen engraved on the handle

Decorative lancet case, circa 1800 C017 / 3572
Silver lancet case with a floral decoration. Lancets are double-edged surgical blades with a pointed end. These instruments were used historically in medicine to open patients veins for bloodletting

Lancets with cases, circa 1790 -1830 C017 / 3578
Two lancets with their cases. The smaller lancet (left) dates from around 1790 and the larger (right), from around 1830. Both lancets are English and made from steel (blade) and tortoiseshell (handle)

Lancet case with lancets, circa 1800 C017 / 3587
Silver lancet case containing tortoiseshell and steel lancets. Lancets are double edged surgical blades with a pointed end. These instruments were used to open patients veins for bloodletting

Two lancets and their case, circa 1790 C017 / 3560
Two lancets with tortoiseshell handles and their silver and fishskin case. These were made in England by Simpson of the Strand around the year 1790

Silver medical instruments, 19th century C017 / 0742
Collection of miscellaneous medical silver, including tongue scrapers, sick syphon, nipple shield and lancet case. These instruments are English and date from between 1800 and 1860

Etui with lancet set, circa 1800 C017 / 3557
Silver etui with two tortoiseshell lancets, a pencil, and a needle with ear scoop. Lancets are double edged surgical blades with a pointed end

Silver etui with 3 lancets, 18th century C017 / 3591
Silver etui engraved with a lion design and three lancets. Lancets are double edged surgical blades with a pointed end. These instruments were used to open patients veins for bloodletting

Blood glucose test C018 / 2287
Blood glucose test. Diabetic lancing their finger to test their blood glucose (sugar) level. Diabetics have to measure their blood glucose levels regularly

Surgery scissors and lancet. Date 1878?

York Minster, South Side
York Minster, York, England, the South Side. The South Transept was rebuilt between 1220 and 1250 in an elaborate French style with lancet windows beneath a rose window. Date: 1960s

Wasp sting, SEM
Wasp sting. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the sting of a tropical wasp. The sting is a modification of the female ovipositor, or egg-laying organ

Sanitas - destroys all disease germs
An advertisement for Sanitas brand disinfectant fluid, as recommended by medical journal The Lancet. Hygiea, Greek goddess of health

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Lancet: A Window to the World's Beauty and History From the towering Hartshead Pike Tower in England to the picturesque Kenyon College in Ohio, it has been a witness to countless breathtaking sights. Picture No. 11675599 captures its elegance against the backdrop of Thomas Wakley's Meadows, showcasing its timeless charm. Traveling across continents, it offers glimpses of architectural marvels like Rouen Cathedral from the Tour Jeanne d'Arc and Palazzo Ducale viewed from San Giorgio Maggiore church bell tower in Venice. The facades of Grand Canal at dusk with Veneto's churches create a mesmerizing scene that lingers in one's memory. Art finds solace within Lancet's frame as well, with Madonna Nursing the Christ Child depicted on tempera wood panels (see 254065). Every detail tells a story - be it saints surrounding Mary or an engraving titled Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Lancette; Lancet; Lanzette. It also holds historical significance beyond aesthetics. Regina Henderer's c. 1938 creation showcases a lancet and case, reminding us of medical advancements throughout time. Even Psalm 103 finds its place etched onto stained glass windows from 1870. Intricate yet simple, Lancet bridges cultures and eras through its lens - capturing moments that transcend time itself.