Statue of Asklepios
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The Greek god of medicine, and patron of physicians.
Asclepius with his serpent-entwined staff.
(the Rod of Asclepius also known as the Staff of Aesculapius and as the asklepian,is a serpent-entwined rod wielded by the Greek god Asclepius, a deity associated with healing and medicine. The symbol has continued to be used in modern times, where it is associated with medicine and health care)
Archaeological Museum of Epidaurus
H.28 cm
Material: Casting stone, keramin, aged old marble patina