Antique Engraving of Hippocrates – 1809 Classical Portrait Father of Medicine

An exquisite early 19th-century stipple engraving depicting Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician often referred to as the “Father of Medicine.” Rendered in a classical profile and printed in delicate tones, this engraving combines artistry with historical reverence.
The oval portrait is complemented by a charming vignette below, featuring allegorical figures—possibly representing Health, Wisdom, or Medical Learning—enhancing the piece’s symbolic and decorative appeal.
Size 11.5x16.5 cm