Lithotomy: forceps, a dilator, conductors and an operating table for removal of bladder stones in children. Etching by J. Mynde, 1743, after L. Heister.
- Heister, Lorenz, 1683-1758.
- Date:
- [MDCCXLIII [1743]]
- Reference:
- 2823210i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
Fig. 1 shows a boy positioned for lithotomy, with his arms and legs restrained by the surgeon's assistant, as recommended by Celsus and Tolet, but not by Heister
Publication/Creation
[London (at the West-End of St. Paul's)] : [printed for W. Innys] ; [London (in Holborn)] : [C. Davis] ; [London (under the Royal-Exchange)] : [J. Clark] ; [London (on Ludgate-Hill)] : [R. Manby] ; [London (in Fleet-Street)] : [J. Whiston], [MDCCXLIII [1743]]
Physical description
1 print : etching ; platemark 19.3 x 32.3 cm
Lettering
J. Mynde sc.
Reference
Wellcome Collection 2823210i
Type/Technique
Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores