Antique Half Relief Anatomical Model Head in Wax, Germany C.1910

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A German wax dissected model of the head, circa 1910, showing nerves, arteries, veins and muscles of the head … more ABOUT

A German wax dissected model of the head, circa 1910, showing nerves, arteries, veins and muscles of the head with paper numbered labels. The case has the original marker’s label, “Lehrmittelwerke Berlinische Verlagsanstalt G.m.b.H. BERLIN N.W.23″.

Shown with life size hand model.

CREATOR “Lehrmittelwerke Berlinische Verlagsanstalt G.m.b.H. BERLIN N.W.87″.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1900.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wax, Glass, Wood.
CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS H 9.5 in. W 7.25 in. D 3.25 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