Pandemic Collection (#8)

The Plague of Hail and the Plague of Frogs (engraving)
5218320 The Plague of Hail and the Plague of Frogs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Plague of Hail and the Plague of Frogs)

Where character became sublime (litho)
979581 Where character became sublime (litho) by Sheldon, Charles Mills (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Where character became sublime)

COVID - 19
Giuseppe Galli

The World in Fear
Peter Davidson

CoronaVirus
Dmitry Skvortsov

Self-isolation
Azriel Yakubovitch

Looking Forward to a New Year
Aidong Ning

Margaret, aged 2 and a half, starts nursery school. She is the only one of 30 pupils at the school to turn up today, all the others have Asian flu, and so have three of the staff of four

Alien wearing a face mask, illustration

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Boats sail through the bay in Miami Beach, Florida at sunset on April 14, 2021. (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA / AFP)

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An aerial photo shows people playing tennis at the Mersey Bowman Lawn Tennis Club in Liverpool northwest England on March 29, 2021, as Englands third Covid-19 lockdown restrictions ease

Empty lifeguard chair on empty Jacksonville beach during closing hours during Covid-19 pandemic, Florida, United States of America, North America

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Hove, Take away italian pizzeria offering discount to NHS staff during Coronavirus emergency measures

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, Kambis Lebanese restaurant sign showing delivery only service during Coronavirus emergency measures

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England, East Sussex, Hove, Owner, Christopher Paul Streeter, of Dirty Bs Vape shop using furniture to maintain social distancing during coronvirus emergency measures

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, Temple Bar public house closed due to Coronavirus ememrgency measures

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, People in queue with social distancing measures put in place by Waitrose supermarket to limit people entering the store

Woman Suspected Cholera Carrier Ill Infection
A woman suspected of carrying cholera is taken from her house on Second Avenue, New York, to an ambulance. After an illustration in an 1892 edition of Frank Leslie's Illustrated Weekly

Bubonic Plague Black Death Plague Great Plague Of London
A passerby offers water to a dying man. During outbreaks of plague, elements in this 17th century picture would have been present in many European cities from the 15th century through the 17th

Isolation of homeless men during a smallpox epidemic in New York, USA in the late 19th century. Outbreaks of contagious diseases in slum areas were common in New York

The Plague Victims of Rome, after an etching by French artist Alphonse Legros, 1837 - 1911. People stricken with the plague receive the last sacrament from a cardinal who is atteneded by altar boys

The Plague. After an engraving by Marcantonio Raimondi, from a work by Raphael

The Murrain of Beast. The Fifth Plague: Livestock Disease. Exod 9. Engraving by Gustave Dore. 19th C

Milton influenza advertisement, 1919
Advertisement for Milton disinfectant with advice to gargle with a diluted preparation thrice daily in order to ward off the influenza epidemic raging throughout post war Britain. Date: 1919

Hint to the Ministry of Health by Heath Robinson
A new fresh air bedroom for the prevention of flu. An outdoor bedroom designed by the ever-inventive William Heath Robinson, built (or rather)

Stylized rabies virus particles, the cause of the viral neuroinvasive disease acute encephalitis

Microscopic view of yellow fever virus. Yellow fever is an acute viral disease

Conceptual image of rabies virus

The Triumph of Death, Medieval fresco
" The Triumph of Death", 15th century fresco. This fresco hung in the Palazzo Scalfani in Palermo, Italy. The building became a civic hospital in 1435

Medieval plague scene. Victorian woodcut of a street in a town afflicted by a plague epidemic. The town crier precedes a cart, shouting " bring out your dead" as bodies are piled

Pandemic protection, conceptual artwork
Pandemic protection, conceptual computer artwork

Advert for Evans Pastilles against influenza infection 1918
Take one in time Between January 1918 to December 1920 the influenza pandemic killed millions of mainly young healthy adults

Medical orderlies during plague outbreak
Medical orderlies dressed in long coats and gloves and with covered faces, to deal with the bubonic plague outbreak in China around 1911. Date: C.1911

Single virus particle

Conceptual image of ebola virus in blood stream

Cluster of HIV virus. HIV is the human immunodeficiency virus that can lead to acquired immune deficiency syndrom, or AIDS

Microscopic view of blood cells with virus

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"Pandemic: A Historical Reminder of Humanity's Battle Against Infectious Diseases" In the depths of history, a haunting figure emerges - the plague doctor. With their beaked masks and long cloaks, they navigated the 17th century streets, fighting against an invisible enemy that ravaged communities. Their presence in ancient artwork serves as a chilling reminder of the devastating power of pandemics. Fast forward to modern times, where another viral threat looms large - the avian flu virus. Originating from birds, this infectious disease has caused widespread concern due to its potential to jump species and cause severe illness in humans. The microscopic view reveals its intricate structure, reminding us of our vulnerability at a cellular level. Pandemics do not discriminate; they affect all corners of society. In Mexico, health education initiatives target indigenous populations grappling with poverty and limited access to healthcare resources. These efforts aim to empower these communities with knowledge about viruses like never before. The Black Death rat flea is forever etched in our collective memory as one of history's deadliest carriers. Artwork depicting this tiny insect reminds us that even the smallest creatures can have catastrophic consequences when it comes to spreading diseases. The influenza virus takes on a new form through computer artwork - showcasing its ability to mutate rapidly and challenge medical advancements year after year. This constant battle between science and nature highlights humanity's resilience in combating ever-evolving threats. From Cellardyke in Fife, Scotland to Melbourne COVID-19 protests down under – scenes unfold across continents revealing both unity and division amidst crisis-stricken societies. While some come together for safety measures and support systems during these trying times, others take up arms against restrictions imposed by authorities. As we navigate through this pandemic-ridden era, let us remember our shared responsibility towards public health. History teaches us valuable lessons about perseverance and adaptation when faced with such challenges – may we draw strength from those who fought before us as we continue to battle against the invisible enemy that is the pandemic.