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Royal Society of Medicine
London
Title
Sir James Young Simpson (1811–1870), Bart, MD, DCL (Oxon)
Date
1855
Medium
marble
Measurements
H 68 x W 46 x D 26 cm;
Plinth: H 100 x W 42 x D 42 cm
Accession number
SCULPT_RSM_5
Work type
Bust
Signature/marks description
on the back of the base: Wm. Brodie ARSA Sculpt. 1855
Inscription description
the front of the base contains a horizontal caduceus, below which is inscribed: Sir James Simpson Bart. MD Ed. DCL Oxon 1811-1870
Royal Society of Medicine
1 Wimpole Street, London, Greater London W1G 0AE England
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