Wooden statue of St Livertin, France, 1801-1900

Statue of Saint Livertin, wood, French

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Statue of Saint Livertin, wood, French
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Statue of Saint Livertin, wood, French, 19th century

Wooden statue of Saint Livertin, France, 1801-1900. Usually depicted clutching his head, Livertin is said to protect against headaches.

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A634582
Materials:
wood, carved and painted
Measurements:
overall: 460 mm x 340 mm x 150 mm, 7.9kg
base: 315 mm x 116 mm,
type:
statue
credit:
Quere