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Life Size Anatomical Study of Flayed Male L'ecorche After Jean-Antoine Houdon
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Life Size Anatomical Study of Flayed Male L'ecorche after Jean-Antoine Houdon
USA, 20th century, Variant of 'Anatomical Man No. 3'
This work we are offering is a variant, without the outstretched arm.
This work is a hollow composition casting, with a plaster and polychromed patina finish. this work weighs about 40-50 pounds. Great in person presence.
History
There are numerous versions of Anatomical Study of Flayed Male L'ecorche by Houdon, also know as Anatomy Study of Man by Houdon.
In 18th century Rome, Houdon studied the human anatomy with surgeons. In 1767, he modeled the famous L'ecorche, an anatomical study of a flayed male which allowed the muscles to be observed in detail.
The original écorché figure was used for centuries in art academies and ateliers around the world to teach students anatomy and cast drawing.
Our Offering:
Jean-Antoine Houdon's original version of 'Anatomical Man No. 3' is a figure standing in contrapposto
The version we are offering is variant of 'Anatomical Man No. 3' without the full arm extended
Provenance: Estate of a Princeton University Professor.
Overall Measurements :
71-Inches high x 23-Inch diameter / 9-inch high base
Condition Report :
Warm, vintage patina, structurally sound. Refer to photos. Ready to place.
- Similar to:Jean-Antoine Houdon (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 71 in (180.34 cm)Diameter: 20 in (50.8 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: We are unsure why tis example does not have the extended arm. We believe it was a custom order. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
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