12535 Paul Steglich (Active 19th Century) – Surgical Diagrams of Ophthalmic Procedures – Hand-coloured engraving (1840)
"Surgical Diagrams of Ophthalmic Procedures" This work provides a medical study of various reconstructive surgical techniques for the eye and eyelids, including blepharoplasty and the correction of ectropion or entropion through specific incision and suturing patterns. The engraving was published in Leipzig as part of a specialized medical atlas. This plate is distinguished by its meticulous stipple engraving and delicate hand-colouring, used to differentiate between healthy tissue, musculature, and surgical sites.
Paul Steglich was a 19th-century German engraver active in Leipzig who specialized in the production of technical and scientific illustrations. He was renowned for the high degree of precision and clarity he brought to medical and anatomical documentation, particularly in the field of ophthalmology. His works served as vital instructional tools for medical practitioners during a period of rapid advancement in surgical techniques. His mastery of stipple engraving allowed for the detailed representation of anatomical textures and complex procedural steps.
Artist or Maker: Paul Steglich.
Dimensions: Approximately 28 cm x 22 cm.
Medium: Hand-coloured engraving.
Date: 1840.
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Värdering | 400 - 600 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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