Pewter bleeding bowl, 19th century C017 / 3580
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Pewter bleeding bowl, 19th century C017 / 3580
English pewter bleeding bowl dating from around 1800. Bleeding bowls such as this one were used to collect blood drained from the body during bloodletting procedures. Bloodletting was commonly believed to treat a wide range of ailments in the nineteenth century by removing surplus bodily humours which were thought to cause disease
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1800 Antique Apparatus Bowl Bowls Container Metal Metallic Nineteenth Century Pewter Red Background Vessel
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - a Pewter bleeding bowl from the 19th century. Dating back to around 1800, this English pewter bowl played an integral role in bloodletting procedures during that era. The red background adds a striking contrast to the metallic sheen of the antique vessel. In the nineteenth century, bloodletting was widely believed to be a cure for various ailments by eliminating excess bodily humours thought to cause disease. This meticulously crafted bowl served as a crucial apparatus for collecting and containing the drained blood during these medical procedures. With its intricate design and historical significance, this pewter bleeding bowl offers us a glimpse into the practices and beliefs of medicine in England at that time. It stands as a testament to our evolving understanding of healthcare throughout centuries. Science Photo Library presents this extraordinary image, capturing not only the beauty and craftsmanship of this artifact but also its importance within medical history. As we admire this relic from another era, let it serve as a reminder of how far we have come in our pursuit of knowledge and advancements in modern medicine.
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