Saint Roch and an angel. Woodcut, c. 1518.
- Date:
- [1518]
- Reference:
- 643284i
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Description
The saint has a sore on his right thigh. He carries a staff, and is escorted by an angel
Publication/Creation
[Holy Roman Empire] : [publisher not identified], [1518]
Physical description
1 print : woodcut ; sheet 9.5 x 7.7 cm
Lettering
On verso, prayer to Saint Roch in German, invoking his power to heal the sick
Bears monogram ‘HSK’ appears linked in ligature.
Notes
Monogram appears to be that of Hans Springinklee according to a similar print in the British Museum Museum Number: 1873,0809.910. The illustration was designed for an edition of Koberger's 'Hortulus Animae' c.1518.
Creator/production credits
Indistinct monogram, upper left
Reference
Wellcome Collection 643284i
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