Wax plaque showing foetus in the womb
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Foetus in placenta in utero
The plaque is made from wax and carved in relief to give a 3-D effect. It shows a close up of the foetus in the uterus and its connection to the mothers’ placenta.
Details
- Category:
- Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A600051 Pt2
- Materials:
- wax
- Measurements:
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overall (including gold painted frame): 201 mm x 163 mm x 30 mm,
- type:
- plaque
