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How the Indians Treat Their Sick, from Brevis Narratio engraved by Theodore de Bry
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How the Indians Treat Their Sick, from Brevis Narratio engraved by Theodore de Bry
XIR223405 How the Indians Treat Their Sick, from Brevis Narratio.. engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) published in Frankfurt, 1591 (coloured engraving) by Le Moyne, Jacques (de Morgues) (1533-88) (after); Service Historique de la Marine, Vincennes, France; (add.info.: moyen de soigner les malades; cutting forehead with a sharp knife and sucking out bllod; pregnant women drank to blood believing it to make their milk and children healthier; inhaling smoke to purge their bodies of poison; smoking tobacco to cure infection; ); French, out of copyright
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Caring Curing Native American Indian North Patient Treating Treatment Tribe Natives Plate 20
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This photo print, titled "How the Indians Treat Their Sick" takes us back in time to witness a fascinating aspect of Native American culture. Engraved by Theodore de Bry and published in Frankfurt in 1591, this colored engraving showcases the intricate details of Jacques Le Moyne's original work. The image portrays an indigenous tribe caring for their sick members using traditional healing methods. The scene depicts various treatments employed by the tribe to restore health and well-being. One striking moment shows a native individual lying on a wooden bench while others attend to them with utmost care and concern. Intriguingly, the engraving captures moments where sharp knives are used to cut foreheads, followed by blood being sucked out as part of their curative practices. Pregnant women can be seen drinking blood under the belief that it would enhance both their milk production and children's health. Additionally, inhaling smoke is shown as a method for purging toxins from their bodies, while smoking tobacco is depicted as a remedy for infections. This artwork not only provides insight into ancient medicinal customs but also serves as a testament to the deep connection between indigenous communities and nature's healing powers. It invites viewers to reflect on alternative approaches to healthcare that have been practiced throughout history across different cultures worldwide.
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