Exhibits contain tag : anatomical-illustrations

Tabulae Sceleti - Bernhard Siegfried Albinus - 1749

5/28/2023 I shot these images with my friend Rich Breiman (@rbreiman) in early 2020, just before the pandemic, when we were beginners at image collection. Despite the uneven lighting, I love and appreciate the beauty and intricacy of the images. Tom Paper (@tomadmin) 5/21/2023Bernhard Siegfried Albinus (originally Weiss; 24 February 1697 – 9 September 1770) was a German-born Dutch anatomist. He served a professor of medicine at the University of Leiden like his father Bernhard Albinus (1653–1721). He also published a large-format artistic atlas of human anatomy, with engravings made by Jan Wandelaar.Wikipedia-------7/21/24Tabulae Sceleti et Musculorum Corporis Humani (Tables of the Skeleton and Muscles of the Human Body) was a groundbreaking anatomical atlas published in 1747 by Bernhard Siegfried Albinus, a renowned Dutch physician and anatomist[1][4]. This work is considered the pinnacle of anatomical illustration in the 18th century, known for its exceptional accuracy and artistic beauty[4].Key aspects of this work include:1. Collaboration: The atlas was the result of a remarkable partnership between Albinus and artist Jan Wandelaar, who worked together for over 25 years[4].2. Innovative techniques: Albinus and Wandelaar developed a novel method using grids of small cords to ensure accurate proportions and transfer of anatomical details to the drawings[4].3. Artistic quality: The plates are renowned for their "cool, elegant aesthetic" and scientific precision[4]. Wandelaar placed the anatomical figures in carefully chosen landscape settings, creating visually striking compositions[4].4. Structure: The atlas contains 40 plates in total, including finished representations of the skeleton, complete musclemen, and detailed illustrations of specific muscles[4].5. Unique features: Albinus introduced an innovative solution for including keys without obscuring the artwork. He had Wandelaar create exact outline copies of the figures, which were used to provide the anatomical information[3].6. Impact: This work revolutionized people's understanding of the human body and set a new standard for anatomical atlases[3]. It became highly influential, with its techniques adopted by other atlas authors[3].7. Publication: The atlas was originally published in Leiden by Johan & Hermann Verbeek[4]. An English translation was later published in London in 1749[5].Tabulae Sceleti et Musculorum Corporis Humani remains a testament to the exceptional collaboration between science and art, showcasing Albinus's anatomical expertise and Wandelaar's artistic skill[3][4].Source: Perplexity.ai--Gabrielle Lykeyword: richbreiman medhist

Hygienic Physiology - 1889

7/9/24Hygienic Physiology by Joel Dorman Steele is a book that discusses the human body's physiology, with a particular focus on the effects of alcoholic drinks and narcotics[1][3][5]. The book was originally published in 1872 and later revised in 1884 and 1888[2].The book contains illustrations, including color lithograph plates depicting the skeletal system, muscles, and circulatory system, as well as numerous smaller pen-and-ink illustrations[2]. It was edited for use in schools, in accordance with recent legislation on temperance instruction[2].Joel Dorman SteeleJoel Dorman Steele (1836-1886) was an American educator and textbook author who wrote influential works on various subjects including human physiology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, and zoology[1][3]. Some key facts about him:- He was born in Lima, New York and became a teacher at age 17, eventually becoming a school principal[1][3].- He served in the Civil War and was seriously wounded, which impacted his health for the rest of his life[3].- In 1872, he began focusing full-time on writing textbooks, publishing popular series like "Fourteen Weeks" on different science topics[1][3]. His books were known for their brevity, illustrations, and engaging style[3].- His most famous work was "Hygienic Physiology", first published in 1872 and later revised in 1888, which discussed human physiology with a focus on the effects of alcohol and narcotics[1]. It contained color illustrations of the skeletal, muscular and circulatory systems[1].- He collaborated extensively with his wife Esther Baker Steele, who was also an educator. They co-authored a series of "Brief Histories" textbooks[3].- Steele died in 1886 at the age of 50. His wife Esther wrote on his tombstone: "His true monument stands in the hearts of thousands of American youth, led by him to look through Nature up to Nature's God."[3]So in summary, Joel Dorman Steele was a pioneering 19th century textbook author who made significant contributions to science education in America through his engaging, well-illustrated works on physiology, chemistry, physics and other subjects.Source: Perplexity.aiCurated by Gabrielle Ly