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Hands of the Duchess of York, left, and the Duke of York in an X-ray, 1896
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Hands of the Duchess of York, left, and the Duke of York in an X-ray, 1896
ROENTGEN X-RAY, 1896.
Hands of the Duchess of York, left, and the Duke of York in an X-ray, 1896
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1896 Aristocratic Bone Bracelet Duchess Duke Hand Idea Invention Medicine Ring Roentgen William X Ray York
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This photo print, titled "Hands of the Duchess of York, left, and the Duke of York in an X-ray, 1896" takes us back to a significant moment in medical history. In this remarkable image captured by William Roentgen himself during the turn of the century, we witness an aristocratic couple's hands being subjected to this groundbreaking invention. The delicate hands depicted belong to none other than the Duchess and Duke of York. The photograph showcases their wrists adorned with elegant bracelets and rings while simultaneously revealing their innermost secrets - their bones. This juxtaposition between opulence and vulnerability is truly striking. Roentgen's revolutionary idea behind X-rays has forever changed medicine as we know it. By capturing images that penetrate through flesh and bone onto film, he unlocked a new realm of diagnostic possibilities. Although initially met with skepticism, his discovery quickly gained recognition for its immense value in healthcare. As we observe these aristocratic hands immortalized on film over a century ago, we are reminded not only of the power of scientific innovation but also how it transcends social boundaries. Regardless of one's status or position in society, our bodies remain equally susceptible to disease and injury. This extraordinary piece from The Granger Collection serves as a testament to human curiosity and progress in understanding our own physicality. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come since that fateful year in 1896 when Roentgen first unveiled his miraculous creation – forever transforming our perception of medicine
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