A Medical Student Starting Out (plate 12) 1843

"A Medical Student Starting Out (plate 12)" is a lithograph by French artist Charles Jacque, created in 1843. The scene depicts a young medical student examining an elderly patient in a dimly lit room. The student's eager but somewhat awkward posture contrasts with the patient's stoic expression, highlighting the complexities of the doctor-patient relationship. This work, part of Jacque's series "Les Malades et les Medecins", offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century medicine through its realistic portrayal and poignant social commentary.