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Sat, Feb 17, 2024 02:00PM EST
Lot 16

Anatomical Wax Head Model

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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Anatomical Wax Head Model
19th century European anatomical wax model of a human head, left profile, mounted on board. Realistic depictions of teeth, jaw, muscles, veins, facial hair, etc. Label and label remains on front of board. 15.5"h x 17.5"w x 6"d.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, students used intricate wax anatomical models that vividly represented organs, bones, and tissue.

Condition

Cracking to wax at upper jaw bone area. Some wear and separation to mount board. Otherwise good for age.

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Ship/Art International
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