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Illustration of the muscles of the head that allows for facial expressions and movement of the face. An early depiction of this is beneficial for researchers in the future and helps us see the depth of knowledge they had of head anatomy.

Depiction from Samuel Morton's 19th century phrenological study of North and South American aboriginals

17th - 18th century woman's head, carved in sandstone. From pagoda / temple in Burma. Mounted on a light sandstone base.