Fotoreproductie van een tekening, voorstellende een oogoperatie voor scheelzien (strabismus) before 1873

This photograph, a reproduction of a drawing by A. de Montméja, depicts a surgical procedure for strabismus, or crossed eyes. The image shows the patient lying down as a surgeon works on their eye. This photo, likely taken before 1873, is a powerful representation of the advances in medical technology and treatment in the 19th century. The artist's detail emphasizes the tools and techniques used for this delicate procedure, making it of interest to medical historians and art enthusiasts alike.