976641

AUZOUX anatomical model / France 1900s #976641

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Science & Medicine (Pre-1930) Start Price:180.00 USD Estimated At:0.00 USD
AUZOUX anatomical model / France 1900s #976641
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An extraordinary antique anatomical model of a man's head and torso. The model shows superb detail of the muscular system and skeletal structure, the chest is removable to reveal the lungs and internal organs. Signed Auzoux (Paris), a French company considered to be the finest commercial maker of anatomical models. 15-3/4" ht. Papier-Mache (hand-painted). Auzoux models are in museum, medical and science collections around the world. Highly collectible and RARE. <p> Louis Thomas Jerome AUZOUX (1797-1880)
Born in 1797, Auzoux began experimenting with materials and methods of constructing flexible models at the age of 19. His attention was drawn to the quality of the materials used in making toy puppets sold on the streets of Paris. He succeeded in compounding a paper paste that was flexible and, when hardened, solid, supple, light, and unbreakable, calling these mock-ups "clastique". The special features of Auzoux's models that made them easy to study were their ability to be taken apart and reassembled and their detailed system of anatomical markers. <p> In 1822 Auzoux obtained his medical degree and presented his first model to the Paris Academy of Medicine, receiving a commendation for his work. This favorable reception launched Auzoux&#39;s career as a model maker. In 1830 he introduced a model of a complete man six feet tall that contained 129 major pieces and 1115 numbered details, but that was very expensive to produce. Under pressure to reduce cost, he compromised ...
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<tr><td>Condition:See Description</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:1900s</td></tr>






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<tr><td>Location:New York</td></tr>
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