Early 19th c.Medical Teaching Device- Shadowboxed Wax Fetus Models C.1800-1850

Description

ABOUT

Two early 19th century British wax models of a fetuses with attached placenta. Used as a medical teaching device. … more ABOUT

Two early 19th century British wax models of a fetuses with attached placenta. Used as a medical teaching device. Numbered and attached to a velvet background. In a sealed wooden box with early glass front window.

CREATOR Unknown, United Kingdom.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1800-1850.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wax, Glass, Velvet.
CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS H 12.75 in. W 18.25 in. D 4.25 in.

HISTORY

Medical educators rely on models to depict anatomical structures in a more efficient format than the cadaver; to move away from the clutter, discomfort, and complexity of a cadaveric dissection; and to clarify characteristics or functions of an anatomical structure that are not readily apparent in situ. less