Antique 19th-Century French Medical Book "Practical Medicine" — Anatomy & Medical Illustrations

Description

Antique French 19th-century medical volume presenting contemporary medical theory, diagnosis and treatments. Coverage includes human anatomy, ophthalmic surgery, nervous system disorders, fracture fixation, mental illness, and European epidemic maladies.

The book contains numerous detailed black-and-white medical engravings—surgical instruments, anatomical plates and disease illustrations—in a characteristic Victorian medical-illustration style. Original half-leather binding with marbled boards; a heavy, visually striking vintage volume suitable for collectors, medical history enthusiasts, print lovers, or use as a studio prop.

Dimensions

• 28 × 19 × 6 cm

Condition

• Antique, with natural age-related wear.
• Cover and spine show wear.
• Pages browned with foxing and age spots.
• Illustrations remain clear.
• Specific condition as shown in photographs.

Additional Details

• Original half-leather binding with marbled boards.
• Contains numerous black-and-white medical engravings in Victorian illustration style.
• Sourced in France; photographed.
• Suitable for medical history collectors, print enthusiasts, vintage study displays, or photographic props.