{"product_id":"plate-1","title":"Brain, Skeletal \u0026 Parasitic Anatomy- La Médecine Pittoresque","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis striking plate from La Médecine Pittoresque represents the pinnacle of French medical illustration during Paris's reign as the world capital of clinical medicine. Published under the direction of the distinguished physician Antoine Laurent Bayle, this collection of 94 steel-engraved plates served as essential reference material for medical professionals throughout Europe and America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlate 1 presents a remarkable assemblage of medical subjects: superior and inferior views of the human brain rendered in delicate mauve and rose tones, alongside one of medicine's most fascinating anomalies, a case of polymelia (supernumerary limbs) shown both in life and skeletal form. The lower register depicts the segmented anatomy of a tapeworm parasite, illustrating the publication's encyclopedic scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand coloring retains remarkable vibrancy, and the steel engraving technique captures anatomical detail with scientific precision. A compelling piece for collectors of medical antiques, anatomical illustration, or those drawn to the intersection of science and art during the age of the Paris Clinical School.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44704985219187,"sku":"AP7237","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/PL._201.jpg?v=1775585436","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/products\/plate-1","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}