Human Skeleton, Anterior View (Finished Study for Table I), (1795–1806) drawing by George Stubbs

Human Skeleton, Anterior View — Finished Study for Table I (c. 1795–1806)

Calm, clinical, beautifully drawn. In this late anatomical study by George Stubbs, a full-length human skeleton (anterior view) stands with measured poise—proportions, joints, and contours rendered with the same exacting eye that made Stubbs a legend of anatomical art. A striking fusion of science and classic draftsmanship.

Why it captivates

• Elegant anatomy — precise bones and landmarks, balanced like a classical statue.

• Studio finesse — clean contours, controlled shading, and confident line.

• Timeless monochrome — warm paper tone and inky drawing suit modern interiors.

• Scholar’s plate — art and anatomy in a single, authoritative image.

• Conversation starter — medicine, art history, and design meet on your wall.

• Statement artwork — serene, intelligent focal point for studies and libraries.

What you’ll see

A front-view skeleton, full height: skull, clavicles, ribcage, pelvis, long bones, and small joints crisply delineated; measured proportions and landmark notation; subtle tonal modelling that clarifies depth without clutter. Up close: hairline hatching and disciplined contour. From a step back: a calm, architectural figure.

A richer historical frame

Best known for The Anatomy of the Horse (1766), George Stubbs spent decades uniting empirical study with impeccable draftsmanship. This finished study for “Table I” (c. 1795–1806) reflects that late-career rigor—anatomy made legible, elegant, and enduring.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

560 × 841 mm (approx. 22.05 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.666 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 portrait (594 × 841 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: cut the mat window to ~556 × 837 mm to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a tall, gallery reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Natural-history & medical-art enthusiasts

• Design lovers drawn to precise monochrome plates

• Collectors & stylists curating intelligent, heritage-rich interiors

• Educators illustrating proportion, structure, and form

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let classical clarity and quiet rigor elevate your space—order your fine-art print of Stubbs’s Human Skeleton, Anterior View today.