Patiënt lijdend aan de huidziekte 'eczema infantile' before 1881

This anonymous photographic print, "Patiënt lijdend aan de huidziekte 'eczema infantile,'" is an example of medical photography from the 19th century. The image shows a young child suffering from infantile eczema, a skin condition that is characterized by red, itchy, and inflamed patches of skin. The image serves as a visual record of the condition and was likely used for educational purposes. The photograph, measuring 139 mm in height and 100 mm in width, captures the child's face in close-up, providing a stark and intimate view of the disease.