Bock Steger Anatomical model, C 1895.

Bock Steger Anatomical model, C 1895.

Stock Number: 51005 A

P.O.A.

Dimensions

22 x 20 x 36 cm high

Circa

1895

Maker

Bock Steger

Country of manufacture

Germany

Categories: Medicine, Therapeutic & Functional Aids, Other Medical Antiques

Description

Didactic anatomical model in hand-painted plaster circa 1895 depicting a human heart. Engraved with the maker’s mark Franz Josef Steger and Carl Ernst Bock: “Bock Steger – Lips / G. Steger Schkenditz “. The notation “Lips” stands for Leipzig. The model is on an enlarged scale to provide a better view for learning.

Sculptor Franz Josef Steger (1845 – 1938) collaborated with anatomist-pathologist Carl Ernst Bock (1809 – 1874) at Leipzig University to produce models for student teaching. These were either direct casts or sculptures in plaster, porcelain or wax. Steger is also known for his study of the early use of plastics.
Steger’s instructive models were sold through international catalogs and scientific stores in Germany.

Measurements 22 x 20 x 36 cm high

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NL Van Leest Antiques

Van Leest Antiques

Van Leest Antiques, based in Utrecht in the Netherlands, specialises in antique scientific and medical instruments. Their collection covers mainly scientific and medical antique instruments: barometers, globes and planataria, nautical instruments, anatomical models, and pharmacy items. Toon Van Leest travels regularly in Europe and visits trade fairs, auctions, and antique dealers to collect stock and to find pieces to fulfil his clients' unusual requests.

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