Wooden figure of Saint Agatha

Made:
1601-1700 in Spain

Wooden figure of Saint Agatha, invoked for the cure of breast diseases and patroness of wet nurses, possibly Spanish, 17th century

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A138912
Materials:
wood
Measurements:
overall: 980 mm x 550 mm x 400 mm, 21 kg
type:
statues
credit:
Saint, Capt. P