Cast in resin, 4" tall and hand painted with a steel loop and ribbon for hanging In times of plague, specialist doctors were employed to treat the sick. Many wore a protective costume consisting of leather robes, hat, and gloves, and a distinctive mask with a bird-like beak and goggles. The mask was filled with fragrant herbs and scents as a protection from disease. Wooden canes were helpful in examining victims of the plague and to keep others at bay. surrounding the doctor are rats, who carry the disease and spread it to humans through fleas. This striking resin ornament portrays a Venetian plague doctor, a haunting figure from history, cloaked in a long robe and iconic beaked mask. The figure holds a medical staff, symbolizing the role of these enigmatic doctors during the plague outbreaks of the Renaissance. Intricately detailed, this sculpture captures the eerie and mysterious aura of the plague doctor, making it a perfect piece for fans of history, gothic decor, and Renaissance art. Whether as a unique conversation starter or a macabre addition to your collection, this ornament brings the dark history of the Venetian plague doctors to life.