Description:

Europe, probably Germany, ca. 1900 CE. A meticulously delineated turn of the century wax model of a human head left profile; section of skin cut away to reveal anatomy beneath. Created in wax and other media, in a custom mount; signed C. Kellner. Extremely realistic depiction includes facial hair, open mouth, closed eye and ear with ear canal! You can also see veins, muscle texture and thickness of skin layers. Truly amazing! Size: Case itself measures 8-1/2" x 9" x 3-5/8"; head alone is about 8" x 7-1/2" x 2".

More than a hundred years ago, it was difficult to preserve corpses soundly; so many students used intricate wax anatomical models that vividly represented organs, bones, and tissue. Provenance: Ex-Historia Antiques, Santa Monica, CA. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. #109594

  • Condition: Model itself appears to be intact and quite excellent. Case inside shows minor chipping.

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