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19th C. Diminutive Plaster Phrenology Head, Atribb. A.L. Vago London, C.1870

$920
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£692.21
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€799.73
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CA$1,300.20
CA$1,625.2520% Off
A$1,411.76
A$1,764.7120% Off
CHF 747.63
CHF 934.5420% Off
MX$17,304.19
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NOK 9,252.25
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SEK 8,742.89
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DKK 5,968.83
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About the Item

19th C. Diminutive Plaster Phrenology Head, Attributed to A.L. Vago London. C 1870 This diminutive plaster Phrenology head, attributed to A.L. Vago London circa 1870, stands as a fascinating relic of 19th-century pseudoscience. Measuring 6 inches in height, 3 inches in width, and 3 inches in depth, this piece features an incised 'Phrenology' label on the frontal bust, exploring unnamed divisions of the brain. Phrenology, a now-discredited theory pioneered by Franz Joseph Gall, aimed to map mental faculties based on skull bumps and indentations. It diverged from craniometry, which analyzed skull characteristics, and physiognomy, the study of facial features. Despite lacking scientific backing, phrenologists proclaimed it the sole true science of the mind. This artifact encapsulates an era when such beliefs held sway, highlighting the persistence of ideas even when devoid of empirical evidence. While unmarked, this artifact encapsulates an era when Phrenology was believed to unveil insights into human nature, serving as a testament to the evolving understanding of the human mind and its intriguing historical context.
  • Attributed to:
    Vago (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    High Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Plaster,Engraved,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SDHU5T12011stDibs: LU2592337297382

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