Anatomical model - plastic - 1960-1970 - Somso freshwater polyp

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Model of the freshwater polyp (genus Hydra). It is enlarged about 30 times, and made of SOMSO-PLAST. The anatomy of the polyp is shown in longitudinal section:
entoderm
mesoglea
ectoderm
a male and female gametes
buds
mouth opening.

A detailed block of the body wall in the area of stomach and intestine, enlarged about 200 times, clearly shows the microscopic structure in cross and longitudinal sections, and especially the structure of the different kinds of cells (cnidoblasts, muscle cells, phagocytes, adenocytes, replacement cells and the nervous network).

The model consists of one piece, and sits on a green base.

Dimensions: 55 x 28 x 25 cm. Weight: 2.9 kg.

This is a rare piece,
In very good condition and colors, small color variation on the green base plate.

Model of the freshwater polyp (genus Hydra). It is enlarged about 30 times, and made of SOMSO-PLAST. The anatomy of the polyp is shown in longitudinal section:
entoderm
mesoglea
ectoderm
a male and female gametes
buds
mouth opening.

A detailed block of the body wall in the area of stomach and intestine, enlarged about 200 times, clearly shows the microscopic structure in cross and longitudinal sections, and especially the structure of the different kinds of cells (cnidoblasts, muscle cells, phagocytes, adenocytes, replacement cells and the nervous network).

The model consists of one piece, and sits on a green base.

Dimensions: 55 x 28 x 25 cm. Weight: 2.9 kg.

This is a rare piece,
In very good condition and colors, small color variation on the green base plate.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Somso freshwater polyp
Number of objects
1
Material
plastic
Designer/artist/maker
Somso
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
55 cm
Weight
2.8 kg
Depth
25 cm
Width
28 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
The NetherlandsVerified
148
Objects sold
Private

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