Medicina Collection

Histological Diagram of a Mammalian Retina
RAMON Y CAJAL, Santiago (1852-1934). Spanish doctor and histologist, Nobel Prize in 1906. Histological diagram of a mammalian retina. Original drawing by Ramon y Cajal

Title page of Libro de Experiencias de Medicina, Toledo, 1544, by Luis Lobera de Avila
527793 Title page of Libro de Experiencias de Medicina, Toledo, 1544, by Luis Lobera de Avila, born in Avila in the late 15th century

Sanctorius seated in his balance, 1711 (engraving)
540611 Sanctorius seated in his balance, 1711 (engraving); (add.info.: Sanctorius (Sanctorio Sanctorio) (1561-1636) Italian physician and physiologist, friend of Galileo

Sten Sture by the Deathbed of King Charles VIII of Sweden (oil on wood)
FIA5407248 Sten Sture by the Deathbed of King Charles VIII of Sweden (oil on wood) by Hillestrom, Pehr (1732-1816); 42x51.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Richard von Krafft Ebing (1840-1902), German neuropsychiatrist
XEE557274 Portrait of Richard von Krafft Ebing (1840-1902), German neuropsychiatrist. by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright

The crazy house. (oil on wood, 1814-1816)
LRI4606023 The crazy house.(oil on wood, 1814-1816) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); Academia de San Fernando, Madrid; (add.info.: The crazy house)

Zaragoza, Spain - Medical College (Facultad de medicina). Date: circa 1905

FRANK, Johann Peter (1745 - 1821). German physician and hygienist, pioneer of the public health. Oil

Andrea Vesalio. De humani corporis fabrica
Vesalius, Andreas (1514-1564). Brabantian anatomist, physician, and author of one of the most influential books on human anatomy, De humani corporis fabrica. Oil

Egyptians surgical instruments made of bronze. Egyptian art. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. History of Medicine Museum

NIEPCE, Joseph-Nicephore (1765-1833). French inventor, most noted as one of the inventors of photography. Engraving

HEWISH, Anthony (1924). British radio astronomer. Nobel Prize for Physics in 1974. Oil

LEEUWENHOEK, Antony van (1632-1723). Dutch naturalist and optician. First to observe bacteriae. He is commonly known as the Father of Microbiology, and considered to be the first microbiologist. Oil

JOLIOT, Fr餩ric (1900-1958). French physicist
JOLIOT, Fr餩 ric (1900-1958). French physicist. Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1935. Oil

MAXWELL, James Clerk (1831-1879). Scottish theoretical physicist. Engraving

CARREL, Alexis (1873 - 1944). French surgeon and biologist. Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1912. Oil

SEMMELWEISS, Ignaz (1816 - 1865). Hungarian doctor. He discovered that puerperal fever is caused by infectious agents. Oil

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Human Anatomy. Digestive system. Engraving

ALBARRAN Y DOM͎GEZ, Joaqu�(1860 - 1912). Cuban
ALBARRAN Y DOM͎ GEZ, Joaqu� (1860 - 1912). Cuban urologist. Engraving

VIRCHOW, Rudolf (1821-1902). German doctor, anthropologist, pathologist, prehistorian, biologist and politician, known for his advancement of public health. Engraving

GALEN. Engraving
Galen of Pergamum (129-c. 216). Greek physician, anatomist and therapist. Oil

Ambroise Pare
PARE, Ambroise (1509-1590). French surgeon. Oil

James Heath after John Flaxman, British (1757-1834), Medicina-Theologia-Lex, etching

Physician with staff wrapped by snake and pomegranate, birds and dragon, Cornelis van Dalen I, Franciscus Hackius, 1642

School of Medicine - Buenos Aires, Argentina Date: circa 1910s

Sanctorius (Sanctorio Sanctorio) (1561-1636) Italian physician and physiologist, friend of Galileo. Shown here seated in his balance (a steelyard) in which he could eat and sleep

Title page of Libro de Experiencias de Medicina, Toledo, 1544, by Luis Lobera de Avila. Born in Avila in the late 15th century

ambulatorio veterinario

SUREZ de RIBERA, Francisco (s. XVIII). Spanish
" SUREZ de RIBERA, Francisco (s.XVIII). Spanish doctor. Illustration of " Theatro Chyrurgico anatic o del cuerpo del hombre viviente

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"Medicina: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of medicine, where science and art intertwine. From ancient civilizations to modern breakthroughs, explore the captivating history of healing. Delve into the intricate workings of the human body with a histological diagram of a mammalian retina. Witness how Maxwell's theoretical brilliance paved the way for our understanding of light and vision. Travel back to Venice in 1666 as Antonio Zanchi captures "Death in Venice, " reminding us of the fragility of life and the importance of medical advancements. Johann Peter Frank, a German physician, leaves his mark on history with his contributions to public health. Discover Andrea Vesalio's masterpiece, "De humani corporis fabrica, " revolutionizing anatomical studies during Renaissance Europe. Marvel at Egyptian surgical instruments made from bronze, showcasing their advanced knowledge even centuries ago. Joseph-Nicephore Niepce's invention brings photography to life, capturing moments that document medical progress throughout time. Witness a group of African indigenous people suffering from severe malnutrition in 1901—a reminder that medicine must reach all corners of our world. Sten Sture stands by King Charles VIII's deathbed—an emblematic scene depicting both mortality and resilience within healthcare systems. Richard von Krafft Ebing gazes at us through his portrait—a pioneer in neuropsychiatry who shaped our understanding of mental health. Finally, step inside Zaragoza's Medical College—where future doctors are trained with dedication and compassion—to continue this noble profession that touches lives every day. In this captivating journey through time and culture, we celebrate medicina—the art and science that has shaped humanity’s quest for well-being since ancient times.