Physician As God, 17th Century

Engraving by Dutch artist Egbert van Panderen. Allegorical representation of the physician as God. Interior view with three scenes: patient in bed being treated by surgeon, nurse, and an assistant; woman drying bandages(?) at a fireplace; another bedside scene. Praying plays a prominent role

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Allegorical Assistants Bandages Splints Surgeon Surgical Symbolism Trephining

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