These days, the only commonly seen wax models are at museums of the Madam Tussaud’s variety, featuring famous people. This museum shows many examples of how incredibly accurate wax models formed the basis of anatomical instruction and research for centuries.
A visitor to Bologna is likely to come across one or both of two groups of curious elevated tombs while wandering around the city. Who do they commemorate and why were they accorded such prominent recognition ? The answer lies with the origins of the University and importance and wealth of its law professors.
Bologna on Foot 