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Large Early 20th C. French Medical Hand Model C.1920

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San Francisco, CA

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Early 20th century large French plaster hand model used as a medical teaching device. Lacquered plaster custom heavy steel … more ABOUT

Early 20th century large French plaster hand model used as a medical teaching device. Lacquered plaster custom heavy steel stand.

Shown with life size hand model.

CREATOR Possibly Maison Deyrolle, France, c. 1920.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1920-1930.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Lacquered Plaster, Steel.
CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Repair to one fingernail.
DIMENSIONS H 20.5 in. W 16.5 in. D 4 in., Base: H 2.5 in. W 8 in. D 8 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

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