Patiënten lijdend aan de huidziekte 'lichen planus' before 1881

This anonymous medical illustration from before 1881 depicts two patients suffering from Lichen Planus, a skin disease characterized by itchy, flat-topped bumps. The artwork uses a photographic style, with the focus on the patients' arms and the detailed presentation of the skin condition. The image provides valuable information about the disease's appearance, which is crucial for medical diagnosis and treatment. These types of medical illustrations were essential in medical education and research during the 19th century.