Anatomical Study of Flayed Male Man Anatomy L'ecorche Statue by Houdon 10H

Anatomical Study (Houdon's studio, late 18th century) In Rome, the young Houdon was given the opportunity to study human anatomy extensively thanks to a surgeon. In 1767, he modeled the famous L'ecorche, an anatomical study of a flayed male which allowed the muscles to be observed in detail. Soon afterward, every self-respecting academy in Europe had a copy of the sculpture which was freely reproduced in countless versions. Draw from this figurine as an artist to practice learning about the anatomy of the male form. Part of the Parastone Museum Collection of noteworthy museum statues, paintings and cultural artifacts. PN HOU01 Houdon Anatomy Male Sculpture reproduction is made from resin with a bronze finish Measures 10 in H x 4.5 in W x 2.75 in D. Weighs 1 lb. Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828)As the talented son of a caretaker at one of the many stately homes in Versailles, Houdon escaped his milieu by studying by hand and winning a scholarship to attend the French Academy in Rome in