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19th C Wax F.Ziegler Anatomical Models Studies Embryo Plant Scientific Medical

$1,229.40per set
£895per set
€1,048.43per set
CA$1,689.01per set
A$1,836.30per set
CHF 973.61per set
MX$22,012.57per set
NOK 12,374.06per set
SEK 11,336.32per set
DKK 7,835.72per set

About the Item

A rare pair of wax studies by F.Ziegler taken from the imagery of F.Keibel We believe the larger of the two models to be off a human embryo and the other to be of a plant. The models have some of their originals labels , both showing signs of age related wear but considering their construction and fragility are in excellent condition, some minor cracking and elderly repairs. Likely to of been used in a well to do medical School or the like, circa 1890/1900 in age European in origin. Produced by Friedrich Ziegler Measures: Largest model 14cm in height, base diameter 10.5cm Smallest model 14cm in height, base diameter 7.5cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.52 in (14 cm)Diameter: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612128976862

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