Young Cretin from Valais, illustration from a book by Baron Jean Louis Alibert 1768-1837

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"Young Cretin from Valais" is an illustration by Salvadore Tresca, an engraver active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The artwork serves as a visual accompaniment to a publication by Baron Jean Louis Alibert (1768-1837), a renowned French dermatologist and the founder of the French school of dermatology. Alibert's works often included detailed descriptions of various medical conditions, accompanied by illustrations that served to document and educate.

The illustration by Tresca depicts a young person affected by cretinism, a condition historically endemic to certain regions, including the Valais area of Switzerland. Cretinism is a form of congenital hypothyroidism, leading to stunted physical and mental growth if untreated. The term "cretin" was used in medical literature of the time to describe individuals with this condition.

Tresca's work is significant as it reflects the medical and social understanding of such conditions during the period. The illustration not only served a scientific purpose but also contributed to the broader cultural and historical context of depicting individuals with medical conditions in the arts. The detailed engraving by Tresca is an example of the intersection between art and science, providing a visual record of medical anomalies for both the medical community and the general public.

Baron Jean Louis Alibert's book, which includes Tresca's illustration, is an important historical document that sheds light on the medical practices and theories of the time. The illustration is a testament to the role of visual arts in the dissemination of medical knowledge and the portrayal of individuals with health conditions in the early 19th century.

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