Anatomical model - Papier-mache - 1920-1930 - Anatomical torso model

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Selected by Ashley Calvert

He has 15 years of experience trading 20th century glass and antiques.

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Anatomical torso model in plaster and paper-mâché, about 90 cm high, 40 cm wide and 25 cm deep, in good used condition with signs of age and small stains, created by Ch. Verbeke didactisch materiaal Brugge and including the original foot.

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Large vintage rare anatomical torso – plaster – educational model / curiosa / decorative piece

Very large and impressive anatomical torso model of the human torso, made of plaster. Featuring detailed organs such as the rib cage, lungs, heart, liver, intestines, and a head with a cross-section of the brain.

Important to note: a part of the head appears to have been removed at some point. This was already the case when I acquired the model more than 15 years ago. The current condition has therefore remained unchanged for a long time and is part of the object.

Specifications

Origin: Ch. Verbeke didactic material Bruges
Height: approx. 90 cm
Torso width: approx. 40 cm
Material: plaster
Condition: used, with signs of age and use (see photos)
Includes original foot.
Rear side featuring an old label/stamp.

This type of model was formerly used for education in schools and hospitals. Nowadays it is mainly loved as a collectors' item, a work of art or decorative piece, a practice piece, or an interior with character.