Home > Arts > Artists > B > Robert Benard
Surgical chairs and instruments for a bladder
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Surgical chairs and instruments for a bladder
Surgical chairs with patients held in place for a bladder stone operation through the groin, Plate 12. Surgical instruments including dilators 1-3, curette 6 and hook curette 7, Plate 11. Copperplate engraving by Robert Benard from Denis Diderots Encyclopedia, Pellet, Geneva, 1779
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23168366
© Florilegius/Mary Evans
Anatomical Benard Bladder Chairs Denis Diderot Encyclopedia Groin Hook Instrument Operation Patients Surgeon Surgical
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> B
> Robert Benard
> Arts
> Artists
> D
> Denis Diderot
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 11 and 12: A Peek into 18th Century Bladder Stone Surgery - Surgical Chairs and Instruments These captivating plates, taken from Denis Diderot's Encyclopedia, offer a unique glimpse into the world of 18th century bladder stone surgery. Plate 11 showcases an array of surgical instruments used during the procedure, meticulously engraved by Robert Benard. The instruments include dilators 1-3, a curette (number 6), and a hook curette (number 7). The dilators were used to gradually widen the urethra to facilitate the removal of the bladder stone. The curettes were employed to scrape the stones from the bladder and urethra, while the hook curette was used to extract smaller fragments. Plate 12 illustrates the surgical chairs used during the operation. The patients, both adults and children, were held in place during the procedure through the groin. This position allowed the surgeon to access the bladder through the urethra. The chairs were designed to provide stability and comfort to the patients during the often painful and lengthy procedure. The meticulous detail in these plates, produced in the late 18th century, underscores the importance of anatomical illustrations in the development of medical knowledge during this period. The use of copperplate engraving allowed for precise and accurate depictions of the surgical instruments and procedures, contributing significantly to the advancement of medical understanding and practice.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
