Type of publication:
Journal article
Author(s):
*Summers, Bruce
Citation:
Medical humanities, June 2016, vol. 42, no. 2, p. 141-142
Abstract:
The author reflects on a visit to the Ospedale Degli Innocenti, the former Renaissance foundling hospital in Florence, having escaped from an international clinical conference. He considers the symbolism of the architecture and artwork in relation to its function as a sanctuary for abandoned children.