Patiënt lijdend aan de huidziekte 'porrigo e pediculis' before 1881

This photograph, "Patiënt lijdend aan de huidziekte 'porrigo e pediculis'," is an anonymous medical illustration created before 1881. It depicts a patient suffering from a skin disease, likely a form of ringworm, which is evident in the visible lesions across their back and buttocks. The image offers a glimpse into the history of medical photography and visual documentation of diseases in the 19th century. The detail of the lesions and the patient's pose contribute to the image's scientific value, making it a valuable artifact for medical history research.