Antique Adam Rouilly real human demonstration skull in original box.

This is a very rare item and in great condition. An antique Adam Rouilly real human skull that has been cut away and has hinged segments that show the sinuses and also the structures within the ear. The skull has a lovely deep colour that can only be gained over many years of use. At some stage it has been given a coat of varnish to help prevent the bones from crumbling over time. This specimen originated from a teaching hospital where it was in use for demonstrations for many years.

Overall, the skull is in very good condition with all teeth present and intact. Interestingly, there is a “ding” in the right parietal which may have been as a result of a long-healed injury.

The cranium is removable and held on with hooks. The base of the skull has also been divided along the median line so that it opens into two halves. The right temporal bone can be removed and is sectioned to show the bony labyrinths and eardrum. The maxillary sinus can be opened with a hinged flap. Unfortunately, the end of the right zygomatic arch has become separated over the years. The left temporal bone can also be removed and splits into three pieces to show the semi-circular canals etc.

The box is also original and still in good condition although the wire hinges have broken. The Adam Rouilly paper label is still present on the underside of the lid and it is unusual as it is an orange label. The skull is packed in old newspaper which is dated June 21^st 1945.

An interesting and unusual item in very good condition.