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Early 20th Century Anatomical Torso
The House of Antiques
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£975
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Early 20th Century Anatomical Torso

1900 - 1920
Description

Early 20th century anatomical plaster medical torso figure

This early 20th century life size anatomical medical torso would have originally been used as a teaching aid. This entire object is made from plaster and hand painted and numbered. Stood on a pine base numbered 246.

Size in inches: H 25” x W 15” x D 10”

Age: 1920

Unit: 1

Origin: German

Material: Plaster

Completely solid in structure and form, aged naturally across all the surfaces. With aged repairs and over painted sections. Most of the organs have been repaired well and are not as visible of the damage from the front as shown. There are sections on the inner torso that have chipped sections and some larger sections have been filled / repairs. This example has all its organs which is rare and as shown the condition is good for its age and use. These are old authentic items so please bare this into consideration when purchasing. Its exceedingly difficult to photograph all the areas of this piece, therefore we strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

The House of Antiques has dated this Antique Anatomical Torso Model to the 1920s.

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SA985183
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plaster torso
Description
Early 20th century anatomical plaster medical torso figure
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This early 20th century life size anatomical medical torso would have originally been used as a teaching aid.
The House of Antiques

This entire object is made from plaster and hand painted and numbered. Stood on a pine base numbered 246.

fig 1. An early 20th-century hand-painted plaster anatomical torso model demonstrating exposed internal organs and muscles on a black wooden base.
fig 1. Early 20th Century Anatomical Torso

Size in inches: H 25” x W 15” x D 10”

Age: 1920

Unit: 1

Origin: German

Material: Plaster

Completely solid in structure and form, aged naturally across all the surfaces. With aged repairs and over painted sections. Most of the organs have been repaired well and are not as visible of the damage from the front as shown. There are sections on the inner torso that have chipped sections and some larger sections have been filled / repairs. This example has all its organs which is rare and as shown the condition is good for its age and use. These are old authentic items so please bare this into consideration when purchasing. Its exceedingly difficult to photograph all the areas of this piece, therefore we strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase.

Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

The House of Antiques has dated this Antique Anatomical Torso Model to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA985183
Dealers Internal Ref
plaster torso
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Archive I An early 20th-century hand-painted plaster anatomical torso model demonstrating exposed internal organs and muscles on a black wooden base.

Early 20th century anatomical torso

Archive II An early 20th-century hand-painted plaster anatomical torso model demonstrating exposed internal organs and muscles on a black wooden base. View II
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Archive VI An early 20th-century hand-painted plaster anatomical torso model demonstrating exposed internal organs and muscles on a black wooden base. View VI
Archive VII An early 20th-century hand-painted plaster anatomical torso model demonstrating exposed internal organs and muscles on a black wooden base. View VII
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Archive XIII An early 20th-century hand-painted plaster anatomical torso model demonstrating exposed internal organs and muscles on a black wooden base. View XIII
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IG3 9NZ
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An early 20th-century hand-painted plaster anatomical torso model demonstrating exposed internal organs and muscles on a black wooden base.
Early 20th century anatomical torso
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FAQs

Anatomical torso models were designed as visual teaching aids in medical schools, universities, and secondary institutions during the late 19th and early 20th centuries to demonstrate human internal organs and structures.

Historical anatomical models were commonly crafted from plaster, papier-mache, wax, or early composite resins, hand-painted with coloured pigments and secured to wooden or cast iron display bases.

Authentic period examples display hand-painted organ detailing, natural surface patination or age wear, period-appropriate materials like plaster or papier-mache, and occasionally manufacturer stamps or serial plaques.

These items serve as striking focal points placed on bookshelves, office desks, or sideboards within dark academia, library, or cabinet of curiosities styled interiors.

Preserve plaster anatomical models by dusting gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding water or chemical cleaning agents, and keeping the item out of direct sunlight and high humidity.
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