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[ANATOMICAL MODEL] Simpson, George (1805 – 67). A Model of the Human Ear, (In Papier Machée). [London]: Printed by John Gathercole, Polytechnic Institution, ca. 1850. Letterpress poster advertising an exhibit of one of Simpson’s many anatomical models, this a giant human ear, “Twelve times the natural length & breadth; and, of course, above seventeen hundred times the actual size of this organ.” 19 ½ x 14 ½”. Old folds and splits reinforced on verso, closed tears, left margin cropped close, unevenly trimmed. Simpson’s anatomical models, made in both papier-mache and gutta percha were so realistic as to secure him a prize medal at the 1851 Great Exhibition. The lengthy discourse on this poster describes the organ in great detail, and also addresses the construction of the ear in horses, badgers, and hares.