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Ambroise Paré Using the Ligature when Amputating on the Battlefield at the Siege of Bramvilliers, 1552

Ernest Board (1877–1934)

Wellcome Collection

Ambroise Paré Using the Ligature when Amputating on the Battlefield at the Siege of Bramvilliers, 1552

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This painting is one of over 26 paintings by the historical painter Ernest Board that were commissioned by Henry S. Wellcome in around 1912 of episodes relating to the history of medicine and science.

Wellcome Collection

London

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Title

Ambroise Paré Using the Ligature when Amputating on the Battlefield at the Siege of Bramvilliers, 1552

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 91.5 x W 61 cm

Accession number

45900i

Acquisition method

commissioned by Henry S. Wellcome

Work type

Painting

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Wellcome Collection

183 Euston Road, London, Greater London NW1 2BE England

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Ernest Board

1877–1934

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