Object numberRCSSC/HDB/3/1/844/1
Scientific nameHomo sapiens
CollectionSpecial collections
CategoryVisual works
DescriptionA drawing of a child with asymmetrical craniopagus, labelled in John Hunter's hand as 'an original drawing by Mr Smith taken from the life', mid 1780s.
This is the child whose skull was preserved and sent to John Hunter in 1786 (see related records). An account of the case was published in the Philosophical Transactions.
Owner/user
presented
Related objectsRCSHC/P 1535
Physical Location
Location
Not on public display: contact museum for access conditions