Plague Doctor
by Bildagentur-online/tschanz
Title
Plague Doctor
Artist
Bildagentur-online/tschanz
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Plague doctor. Engraving of a plague doctor in 17th century Venice, Italy. This costume was worn by a plague doctor, or any doctor dealing with quarantined patients. The costume's bronze mask contained herbs and reduced exposure to 'bad air', as did gloves, an oiled undergarment and cloak.
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August 3rd, 2016
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