19th Century Anatomical Drawing – Tendons & Muscles, Ford 1863

Anatomical Drawing – Plate XII: Right Arm, Hand & Tendons (1863)
This original 19th-century antique medical illustration is a rare colour lithograph print from Illustrations of the Anatomy of the Human Body by George Henry Ford (1808–1876). Created in London, 1863, this life-size anatomical drawing was taken directly from actual dissections and printed in color to achieve accuracy “as true to Nature as possible.” Ford, a master of Victorian medical artistry, combined scientific precision with artistic detail, making this piece a remarkable example of 19th-century anatomical art. Ideal for collectors, historians, and lovers of antique medical prints.

Dimensions: 55cm × 37cm. Condition: Minor foxing, toning, or light staining consistent with age and use in medical training; any material flaws or historic repairs are clearly noted.