Lizars Anatomical Drawing Pulmonary Artery Plate XI 19th Century ORIGINAL

Pulmonary Artery Plate XI 

Hand-Coloured Anatomical Engraving, Edinburgh, 1823–1827
By John Lizars

An original 200-year-old hand-coloured anatomical engraving from A System of Anatomical Plates of the Human Bodyby John Lizars, published in Edinburgh between 1823 and 1827. A striking museum-quality study of the human pulmonary artery combining scientific precision with refined nineteenth-century engraving.

Details

• Artist: John Lizars
• Plate: XI – Pulmonary
• Date: 1823–1827
• Technique: Copperplate engraving, hand coloured
• Size: Folio – approx. 43 cm x 27 cm
• Origin: Edinburgh

Historical Context

John Lizars studied under the eminent Edinburgh surgeon John Bell and later taught anatomy and surgery in the city. The plates were engraved on copper by his brother, William Home Lizars (1788–1859).

This superb atlas is regarded as one of the most elegant anatomical works of the nineteenth century. The engravings were painstakingly produced and coloured by hand, making each example subtly unique.

(References: Cushing L313; Heirs of Hippocrates 1436; Waller 5950; Wellcome III: 531)

Condition

These plates are approximately 200 years old and may show light foxing, toning, minor dust marks, or small closed edge tears consistent with age.

Shipping

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