Surgical Anatomy Chart - Scalpel Position, Advanced Techniques

Anatomical Chart Reproduction – Scalpel Positions: Advanced Techniques

This exceptional reproduction presents a series of illustrations from Bourgery and Bernard's Traité complet de l'anatomie de l'homme (Complete Treatise on Human Anatomy) (1866-1871), depicting the various positions for manipulating the scalpel for precise incisions. From flat puncture to incision over a conductor, each figure reveals mastered surgical gestures, illustrating the subtleties of each position, from holding in third position for an outside-in incision, to eighth position for a flat puncture. Each movement is clearly depicted, demonstrating the attention to detail in surgical practices of the time.

The engravings are executed with remarkable finesse, offering an aesthetic that is both technical and artistic. The positions of the hands and fingers are particularly highlighted, providing insight into the precise gestures required for 19th-century surgery. The care taken in the representation of the instruments, as well as the rigor in the anatomical proportions, make this plate a visual masterpiece, combining scientific knowledge and graphic art. The engraving is distinguished by the simplicity of its layout, allowing a clear understanding of the surgical gestures.

This chart, ideal for medical history or anatomy enthusiasts, will fit perfectly into a collection or as a decorative element for a professional space. Printed on high-quality paper, it faithfully reproduces the details of the original, offering a window into a time when surgical medicine was evolving.

Illustration caption:
Fig. 1. Puncture with the scalpel held in third position, for the incision from outside to inside.
Fig. 2. Action of cutting in the same position.
Fig. 3. Incision on conductor in fourth position, cutting edge at the top.
Fig. 4. Fifth position of the scalpel, little finger raised.
Fig. 5. Sixth position of the scalpel held like a bow, the little finger flat.
Fig. 6. Seventh position of the scalpel, held in a dedoling position and acting on a film provided by the clamp.
Fig. 7. Eighth position of the flat puncture scalpel.