Description

Width: 42.5cm

Height: 52.5cm

An original antique anatomical book plate engraving depicting detailed studies of the human foot and ankle, professionally presented within a later frame.

Marked Plate 32, this finely executed medical illustration was published by Taylor & Walton of Upper Gower Street, London and printed by J. Graf, based on work drawn from nature.

The plate showcases two anatomical views of the foot, highlighting musculature, tendons, arteries and vascular structures in exceptional detail.

Produced for medical education during the 19th century, engravings of this quality remain highly sought after by collectors of medical history, anatomical art, natural history and cabinet of curiosities pieces.

The subtle hand-coloured vascular details and precise engraving work make this an impressive decorative statement as well as an important historical scientific illustration.