{"product_id":"plate-3","title":"Head \u0026 Fetal Anatomy- La Médecine Pittoresque","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking plate from La Médecine Pittoresque, the ambitious 94-plate medical atlas published under the direction of Antoine Laurent Bayle, one of the most influential French physicians of the early 19th century. This steel engraving with meticulous hand coloring showcases the era's approach to comprehensive medical documentation, combining detailed anatomical studies with surgical instruments and teratological specimens on a single plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents a remarkable survey of medical knowledge: the intricate network of trigeminal and facial nerves dissected in the primary figure, the delicate anatomy of the nasal passages, a fetus connected to its placenta, and lithotripsy instruments used for crushing bladder stones. Most notably, the plate includes a depiction of Rita-Christina, the Sardinian conjoined twins who became international celebrities in the early 1830s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compelling example of the golden age of French medical illustration, when artistic craftsmanship and scientific precision combined to create works that served both as educational tools and objects of visual fascination. An exceptional piece for collectors of medical history, anatomical art, or scientific illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 7.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44704985612403,"sku":"AP7238","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/PL._203.jpg?v=1775585458","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/products\/plate-3","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}