Alex Peck Antique Scientifica: Anatomical Models
November 15, 2012 § 1 Comment
I’m addicted to this scientific antique site. Looking for that perfect antique surgical saw perhaps..? It’s all here.
These two images above are;
Anatomical model heart circa 1890
“A scarce signed and dated 1855 antique anatomical model of the human head by Auzoux. The model is oversized (18″ OAH) and termed greatly enlarged by Auzoux. The half of a human head is quite detailed and dramatic. First generation French Auzoux anatomical models are very desirable.”
“A detailed anatomical model of the human head in mid-section. The life-size model is by Auzoux, Paris, and so marked. It is in excellent condition and is mounted on a later base.”
Memento Mori on BBC Antiques Roadshow
October 18, 2011 § Leave a Comment
This Memento Mori showed up on BBC’s Antiques Roadshow on Sunday. Lars Tharp was the bone specialist who explained that ‘every scholar had something in the collection that reminded them of their mortality’. This skull and snake was carved (although he didn’t say what from – presuming ivory?) 100 years ago, possibly in India and is worth £3-4,000.
Crimson Rich Desire Animal Skull Jewellery
September 20, 2011 § Leave a Comment
Uk based company Crimson Rich Desire, creates handmade, individually cast plastic replica animal skulls. In a vast range of colours and a staggeringly reasonable price, these taxidermy delights are bang on trend. Clockwise from left; Sparrow earrings, Magpie necklace, Gerbil skull.
Vintage Anatomical Model and Posters at ‘Little Paris’
September 16, 2011 § Leave a Comment
Little Paris, London, specialises in vintage french antiques and curiosities. So to get some retro/vintage anatomy in your life you can choose from a few items in their current collection;
Above is a beautiful 1930′s “écorché” plaster anatomical model for £450.
Also available are these french anatomical posters. The dentistry poster (top left) is from the 1940′s and is priced at £90, while the other colour 1960′s french school posters are just £39 each.
Anatomical Flap Books
August 12, 2011 § Leave a Comment
This film is such a good way of showing these intricate anatomical flap books as documented by ‘Animated Anatomies’.
Vintage Anatomy Pictures
July 12, 2011 § 2 Comments
This collection of over 2000 vintage anatomical image on CD is a great resource for the anatomically obsessed. Scanned from 38 antique anatomy books from 1537-1899, they show anatomical illustration at it’s best. You can view samples of the included images here and buy the set at Phoenix-ebooks-uk.
Curious Science Props
June 15, 2011 § Leave a Comment
Looking for that weird and wonderful anatomical prop for your exhibition or shoot? Well look no further. Housed in North London and Manchester is Curious Science. A company with a huge range of medical and scientific antiques available for hire. They even have their own Victorian and Modern operating theatres and Mortuarys if you need that authentic backdrop.
Emma Hawkins Antiques
June 1, 2011 § Leave a Comment
Living in Edinburgh, Emma Hawkins runs Hawkins and Hawkins. Specialising in rare antiques, she has her finger on the pulse of where to get that unique anatomical collectable such as this papier mache man from the 19th century. Watch her on Channel 4′s Four Rooms.
