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Siamese twins Ritta - Christina, born at Sassari, 1829
2603711 Siamese twins Ritta - Christina, born at Sassari, 1829; (add.info.: Siamese or conjoined twins. Ritta - Christina, born at Sassari, Sardinia, 23 March 1829. They were taken to Paris and exhibited and died in infancy. Engraving from "Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine" by George M Gould and Walter L Pyle (Philadelphia, 1900))
Media ID 38318958
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1829 Human Skeleton Only Girls Siamese Twins Sibling Sister Sassari
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts the Siamese twins Ritta and Christina, born in Sassari in 1829. The sisters were a medical marvel of their time, drawing crowds with their unique condition of being conjoined at birth. Despite the challenges they faced, Ritta and Christina were taken to Paris where they were exhibited as anomalies in the world of medicine.
The engraving from "Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine" by George M Gould and Walter L Pyle captures the essence of these extraordinary siblings who captured the fascination of many during their short lives. Their story serves as a reminder of the complexities and mysteries that exist within human anatomy.
In this image, we see Ritta and Christina standing side by side, showcasing both their physical connection and individuality. The vulnerability of their naked bodies is juxtaposed against the intricate details of a human skeleton nearby, symbolizing both life and mortality.
As we gaze upon this historical illustration, we are reminded of the fragility and resilience inherent in all living beings. Ritta and Christina may have left this world too soon, but their legacy lives on through images like this one that continue to spark curiosity about the wonders of our shared humanity.
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