Anatomical models made from ivory, c.1700. Both figures have removable torsos to show the internal organs. The female figure is also pregnant and a fetus is shown.

The level of anatomical detail is limited but gives a basic layout of the main organs. As such it is likely that the model was used to teach lay people about basic human anatomy. They also may have been used to teach young married couples about pregnancy. #histmed #histsci #sciart #anatomy #MedMastodon #medicine