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An Artist's Anatomical Study of a Hand - Terracotta with Plaster Slip (Circa 1920)
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An Artist's Anatomical Study of a Hand - Terracotta with Plaster Slip (Circa 1920)

1900 - 1920
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Sold 30 April 2026 · Culvertons
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This decorative anatomical study of a hand dates to the early twentieth century. It is made from terracotta and finished with a brushed plaster slip. A fragment of a label, bearing the remains of a number (possibly 83 or 85), is adhered to the base, suggesting that this was one of a series of anatomical studies produced for artists wishing to study the human form. Several small dabs of differently coloured oil paint are visible on the surface, which further supports this theory.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Culvertons has dated this Anatomical Hand Sculpture to the 1920s.

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SA1210860
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This decorative anatomical study of a hand dates to the early twentieth century. It is made from terracotta and finished with a brushed plaster slip. A fragment of a label, bearing the remains of a number (possibly 83 or 85), is adhered to the base, suggesting that this was one of a series of anatomical studies produced for artists wishing to study the human form.
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Several small dabs of differently coloured oil paint are visible on the surface, which further supports this theory.
Culvertons
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Culvertons has dated this Anatomical Hand Sculpture to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1210860
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An off-white terracotta and plaster slip anatomical hand sculpture resting on a dark surface against a plain wall. SOLD30 APR 26
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Archive I An off-white terracotta and plaster slip anatomical hand sculpture resting on a dark surface against a plain wall. SOLD30 APR 26

An Artist's Anatomical Study of a Hand - Terracotta with Plaster Slip (Circa 1920)

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An off-white terracotta and plaster slip anatomical hand sculpture resting on a dark surface against a plain wall.
An artist's anatomical study of a hand - terracotta with plaster slip (Circa 1920)
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An off-white terracotta and plaster slip anatomical hand sculpture resting on a dark surface against a plain wall.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleAcademic Art
  • MaterialTerracotta, Plaster slip
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsDetailed musculature, Visible tendon structure, Textured plaster slip finish
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

FAQs

Anatomical hand models have been used since the 19th century as teaching aids and reference objects in fine art academies to help students understand musculature, tendon structure, and hand positioning.

Traditional study pieces were frequently cast in plaster, terracotta, or papier-mache, often finished with a gesso or plaster slip to highlight surface details and mimic human skin tones.

Authentic pieces usually display natural wear, subtle surface patination, hairline fissures in the plaster slip, and casting seams characteristic of historical production methods rather than modern resin casting.

Such pieces serve as striking sculptural objects when placed on bookshelves, desks, or mantelpieces, adding an intellectual and textural element to contemporary or eclectic interiors.

Plaster and terracotta are porous materials that should be kept away from moisture and direct sunlight. Dust gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush and avoid liquid cleaning products.
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