Patiënt lijdend aan de huidziekte 'eczema palmae' before 1881

This anonymous photograph, titled "Patiënt lijdend aan de huidziekte 'eczema palmae'", was taken before 1881. It portrays a patient's hand suffering from the skin condition eczema, depicting a close-up of the affected area. The photo, likely intended for medical documentation, showcases the visual impact of this skin disease in stark detail. This type of medical photography was a key tool for advancing knowledge about various ailments in the late 19th century.