Paul Richer bol francúzsky neurológ, anatóm, historik medicíny, ilustrátor, sochár a medailér. Jeho rozsiahla práca sa ponorila do hlbín ľudského tela a jeho estetického stvárnenia. Skúmal zložité prepojenie vedy a umenia a jeho diela dodnes slúžia ako most medzi klinickým poznaním a vizuálnou reprezentáciou. Jeho inovatívny prístup zanechal nezmazateľnú stopu v oblasti lekárskej anatómie a umeleckého vyjadrenia.
Now a rare collector's item, the original French edition of this famous text on anatomy for artists was first published in 1889. Renowned figure drawing teacher Paul Richer (1849-1933) describes the structure of the human body with scientific accuracy but selects only those facts which will provide the artist with the information needed to represent the form.
Focusing on the unique variations of the female body, the author provides a detailed analysis of proportions and differences between genders. The book explores the similarities and distinctions in male and female physiques, emphasizing the roles of the skeleton, fat deposits, and skin in shaping the body's appearance. Additionally, it delves into facial features, offering a comprehensive understanding of the female form and its complexities.