Medical Art Friday

I've seen some interesting, to say the least, art plastered on the office walls of doctors and dentists, so I got to thinking about medical illustrations. Every Friday I'll post a picture of "medical/dental" related art...some will be funny, some realistic, others just downright disturbing...and analyze the thought processes that went behind making that "piece of art."

Here's an image of Salvador Dali's Ruby Lips Brooch (1949).

Metaphorical statements of "ruby-red lips" and "pearly-white teeth" was objectified by Dali and made into a surreal fashion piece which has been reproduced/copied a countless number of times in jewelry.

A little scary to look at (seeming as though it may eat me), its a great portrayal of simple, poetic words any girl likes hearing.

If only I saw great art pieces like this in my dentist's office. You'll see what I'm talking about next Friday.

Till then...Remember to Floss