Doctor's mask, Shakespeare

Object/Artifact

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Dr. Robert Greenspan's Medical History Museum

Name/Title

Doctor's mask, Shakespeare

Description

This is a paper-mâché reproduction of the mask typically worn by the doctor character in plays of the "Commedia dell'arte" throughout 16th-18th centuries starting in Italy and spreading to other European countries.

Made/Created

Time Period

20th Century

Dimensions

Height

9 in

Width

7 in

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Jul 11, 2026

Created By

[email protected]

Create Date

July 12, 2026

Updated By

[email protected]

Update Date

September 26, 2026