Werther’s collection of medical moulages

Abstract

Moulages are individualized wax models that were very popular as teaching aids in medicine during the 19 and until the first half of the 20 century. After a period of decline, moulages have become a subject of interest again in more recent times since they represent unique artifacts of art, craftsmanship, and medical history. Werther's collection at Dresden-Friedrichstadt Hospital was one of the most important in Dresden-the capital of Saxony-during the period before World War II. Some relicts have survived and have been restored.