Early 20th c. French Medical Hand Model c.1920
$1,895
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 Hand: c.1920-1930, Base: 2024.
- 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.
