[The Physician as an Angel]

Collection:: Images from the History of Medicine (IHM)
Author(s):: Goltzius, Hendrik, 1558-1617, artist
Publication:: , [1587?]
Language(s):: Latin
Greek, Modern (1453- )
Format:: Still image
Subject(s):: Physicians
Patients
Nurses
Therapeutics
Physician Assistants
Abstract:: Allegorical figure of the physician as an Angel standing among books and tools of the medical professions. Interior scene: two views of patients in bed consulting with physicians; splint being replaced on broken leg; woman with small pot at fireplace.
Copyright:: The National Library of Medicine believes this item to be in the public domain. (More information)
Extent:: 1 print : 18 x 23 cm.
Technique:: engraving
NLM Unique ID:: 101393009 (See catalog record)
NLM Image ID:: A021366
Permanent Link:: http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/101393009

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