A vintage medical illustration depicting two views of a uterus containing a fetus, labeled as 'Plate 5' and related to Dr. Granville's work on abortion and menstrual diseases.
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This is a vintage medical illustration, likely from an anatomical or obstetrical text. It depicts two views of a uterus containing a fetus. The illustration is rendered in a detailed, realistic style with watercolor-like shading. **Left View:** The uterus is shown in a sagittal section, revealing the fetus within. The uterine walls are a reddish-brown color, and the fetus appears to be in a curled position. There's a visible umbilical cord connecting the fetus to the uterine wall. The illustration includes numbered labels pointing to different parts of the anatomy. **Right View:** This view presents a more frontal section of the uterus, also containing the fetus. The uterine walls are a darker reddish-brown, and the fetus is more prominently displayed. Again, numbered labels are present. **Overall:** The illustration is part of a larger plate labeled “Plate 5” and is accompanied by text at the bottom that reads “Dr. Granville on Abortion and the Diseases of Menstruation.” The illustration is likely intended for educational or scientific purposes, showcasing the anatomy of the uterus and fetus in the context of abortion or related conditions. The style and coloring suggest it is a historical illustration, possibly from the 19th or early 20th century.


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