The temples and cult of Asclepius

The temples and cult of Asclepius

Collection:
Images from the History of Medicine (IHM)
Author(s):
Thom, Robert A. (Robert Alan), 1915-1979, artist
Contributor(s):
Parke, Davis & Company, issuing body.
Publication:
[Detroit] Parke, Davis and Company 1957
Language(s):
English
Format:
Still image
Subject(s):
Patients
History of Medicine
Asclepius, of Tralles.
Genre(s):
Pictorial Works
Abstract:
Every night for a thousand years (500 B.C.- 500 A.D.), sick and afflicted pilgrims flocked to the Grecian temples of Asclepius. Healing and advice were sought during dream visitations by the ancient god of medicine.
Copyright:
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Copyright Holder:
Pfizer; Source: Research; Research date: 06/23/2015
Extent:
1 print : 35 x 43 cm
Technique:
color
NLM Unique ID:
101651437 (See catalog record)
NLM Image ID:
C06371
Permanent Link:
http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/101651437