Philippe Curtius of several generations of artists named Tussaud. Philippe Curtius Philippe Curtius (1737–1794) was a Swiss physician and wax modeller who taught Marie Tussaud the art of wax modelling. Marie Grosholtz, the future Marie Tussaud, lived in the Berne home of Curtius, for whom her mother acted as housekeeper. Marie called him 'Uncle', and in many ways he was a father figure. Curtius used his skill in wax modelling to illustrate anatomy as a physician, and sometimes for the entertainment of visitors. Later, he started to do portraits. Curtius created beautiful anatomical wax models that were admired by the Prince de
BibleWalk figures are posed in scenes that may include other figures, taxidermy, and objects in front of painted backgrounds. Additionally, each scene includes music, narration, and special effects. The collection includes a rare wax tableau of "The Last Supper" created by Marie Tussaud. The museum also holds collections of rare Bibles, religious woodcarvings, and American votive folk art. The idea for the museum was conceived by Pastor Richard and Mrs. Alwilda Diamond of the Faith Revivals church in the early 1970s after they saw a religious scene in a wax museum in Atlanta. The first three scenes were constructed at the