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Plaster Model of a Human Skull. Early 20th Century
Sold by Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Plaster Model of a Human Skull. Early 20th Century

1900 - 1920
Sold 12 July 2025 · Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Description

Possibly a medical/educational model. The skull supported on a brass central shaft with an ebonised base, remains of old felt to underside, and enamel plaque numbered “13” screwed to the front.

Total height including the base 26.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Plaster Human Skull to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
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26.5cm (10.43")
Reference Numbers
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SA1150147
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25659
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Description
Possibly a medical/educational model.
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The skull supported on a brass central shaft with an ebonised base, remains of old felt to underside, and enamel plaque numbered “13” screwed to the front.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Total height including the base 26.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Plaster Human Skull to the 1920s.

Height
26.5cm (10.43")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1150147
Dealers Internal Ref
25659
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Kendall house antiques a traditional shop in the north cotswold’s market town of chipping campden.

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An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Plaster Model of a Human Skull. Early 20th Century

Archive II An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. View II
Archive III An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. View III
Archive IV An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. View IV
Archive V An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. View V
Archive VI An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. View VI
Archive VII An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. View VII
Archive VIII An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. View VIII
Archive IX An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag. View IX
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07880 602715
Location
Kendall House
High Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6AG 7
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kendallhouse
Verified Since May 2022
Items For Sale 159
Items Sold 464
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Location: Kendall House, High Street, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6AG 7, United Kingdom
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An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag.
Plaster model of a Human Skull. Early 20th Century
Ref: SA1150147
An aged plaster human skull model mounted on a black circular tiered base with a numbered porcelain tag.
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  • ObjectDecorative Sculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMedical & Scientific
  • MaterialPlaster, Metal, Wood
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsAnatomical sutures, Mounted on pedestal, Numbered inventory tag
  • SizeH 26.5 cm (10 in)

FAQs

Anatomical skull models gained widespread popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries as essential teaching aids for medical students, artists, and practitioners of phrenology to study osteology and human proportions.

Early medical and educational models were typically constructed from moulded plaster of Paris, sometimes reinforced with wire mesh or mounted on timber and metal bases for stability in clinical or academic settings.

Authentic period pieces generally exhibit natural surface ageing, fine crazing in the plaster, minor chips revealing the uniform interior composition, and period-appropriate mounting hardware such as cast iron or turned wood bases.

These sculptural items work well as focal points on library bookshelves, desks, or mantelpieces, paired with leather-bound books and vintage scientific instruments to create a sophisticated, academic atmosphere.

Plaster is porous and sensitive to moisture; items should be kept in a stable environment away from direct sunlight and humidity, dusting gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush rather than using any liquid cleaners.
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