Stuffed lizard, Europe, 1801-1900

Made:
1801-1900 in Europe
Stuffed lizard

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Stuffed lizard
Science Museum Group Collection
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Stuffed lizard (salamander), once lining from the ceiling of a C19 English barber-surgeon's premises

Stuffed lizards were often to be found hanging from the ceilings of barber-surgeons’ premises. They appear to have been symbols associated with the profession. Barber-surgeons and apothecaries were close professions and the latter also had similar creatures on display in their premises.

Details

Category:
Pharmacy-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A632269
Materials:
lizard, skin
Measurements:
overall: 65 mm x 707 mm x 195 mm, 0.296 kg
type:
lizard