Plaque, plaster, in glazed frame

Made:
1880-1920

Plaque, plaster, in glazed frame, depicting Henry II, Emperor of Germany, being operated on for stone, copy of original in Bamberg Cathedral, Germany, 1510

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A654621
Materials:
frame, wood, glass and plaque, plaster
Measurements:
length 1175 mm
width 1190 mm
height 215 mm
weight 88kg
type:
commemorative plaque and replica

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