Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian tending the frail and the sick. Line engraving by N. Picart, 1675.
- Date:
- 1675
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- 23508i
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There are two small vignettes on the print: the first is of the martyrdom of Saint Cosmas and Damian, the second is of people praying to them at an altar
Publication/Creation
1675
Physical description
1 print : line engraving ; platemark 47.1 x 37.4 cm
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La confrerie des bien heureux martirs Saint Cosme et Saint Damian fondée ... N Picart fecit 1673.
Extensive lettering accompanies the print, some of it includes the regulations for the company of Saints Cosmas and Damian, and a prayer asking for their protection against illness and disease
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Wellcome Collection 23508i
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Location Status Access Closed stores