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Jawbone Collection (#3)

The jawbone, a fascinating piece of human anatomy, has captivated scientists and artists alike throughout history

Background imageJawbone Collection: Argentinian traveller paying respects at grave of a gaucho

Argentinian traveller paying respects at grave of a gaucho
Country Customs in Argentina. A traveller pays his respects at the grave of one of his fellow gauchos. Date: circa 1907

Background imageJawbone Collection: The first drawing of the restored jaw of the Piltdown (here called Sussex) Man

The first drawing of the restored jaw of the Piltdown (here called Sussex) Man
PILTDOWN MAN, 1912. The first drawing of the restored jaw of the Piltdown (here called Sussex) Man: contemporary drawing from an English newspaper, 1912

Background imageJawbone Collection: Blue whale lower jawbones form an arch in front of the Anglican Church, Stanley, Falklands

Blue whale lower jawbones form an arch in front of the Anglican Church, Stanley, Falklands, UK Overseas Protectorate, South America

Background imageJawbone Collection: Samson Destroying the Philistines with the Jawbone of an Ass, by Gustave Dore

Samson Destroying the Philistines with the Jawbone of an Ass, by Gustave Dore

Background imageJawbone Collection: Common Shrew (Sorex araneus) jaw

Common Shrew (Sorex araneus) jaw

Background imageJawbone Collection: Eurasian Water Shrew (Neomys fodiens) jaw

Eurasian Water Shrew (Neomys fodiens) jaw

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human neck musculature, artwork F007 / 1906

Human neck musculature, artwork F007 / 1906
Human neck musculature, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 1742

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 1742
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3953

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3953
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skull, artwork F007 / 3640

Human skull, artwork F007 / 3640
Human skull, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female nervous system, artwork F007 / 3461

Female nervous system, artwork F007 / 3461
Female nervous system, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3748

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3748
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3723

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3723
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3496

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3496
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 4140

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 4140
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3722

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3722
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female anatomy, artwork F007 / 3976

Female anatomy, artwork F007 / 3976
Female anatomy, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 3967

Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 3967
Female skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3632

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3632
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female lymphatic system, artwork F007 / 3568

Female lymphatic system, artwork F007 / 3568
Female lymphatic system, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3816

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3816
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female lymphatic system, artwork F007 / 4074

Female lymphatic system, artwork F007 / 4074
Female lymphatic system, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skull, artwork F007 / 4030

Human skull, artwork F007 / 4030
Human skull, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human neck musculature, artwork F007 / 4113

Human neck musculature, artwork F007 / 4113
Human neck musculature, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female anatomy, artwork F007 / 3773

Female anatomy, artwork F007 / 3773
Female anatomy, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 4255

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 4255
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3447

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3447
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 3559

Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 3559
Female skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 4159

Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 4159
Female skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 4050

Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 4050
Female skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human anatomy, artwork F007 / 3637

Human anatomy, artwork F007 / 3637
Human anatomy, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human anatomy, artwork F007 / 3775

Human anatomy, artwork F007 / 3775
Human anatomy, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 3858

Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 3858
Female skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human anatomy, artwork F007 / 3635

Human anatomy, artwork F007 / 3635
Human anatomy, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3817

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3817
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human brain, artwork F007 / 4043

Human brain, artwork F007 / 4043
Human brain, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 4108

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 4108
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human neck musculature, artwork F007 / 4132

Human neck musculature, artwork F007 / 4132
Human neck musculature, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3508

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 3508
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 2352

Female skeleton, artwork F007 / 2352
Female skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human anatomy, artwork F007 / 3636

Human anatomy, artwork F007 / 3636
Human anatomy, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 4261

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 4261
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skull, artwork F007 / 7257

Human skull, artwork F007 / 7257
Human skull, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skull, artwork F007 / 7258

Human skull, artwork F007 / 7258
Human skull, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Jawbone, artwork F007 / 7250

Jawbone, artwork F007 / 7250
Jawbone, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skull, artwork F007 / 7256

Human skull, artwork F007 / 7256
Human skull, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 5789

Human skeleton, artwork F007 / 5789
Human skeleton, computer artwork

Background imageJawbone Collection: Human lymphatic system, artwork F007 / 5378

Human lymphatic system, artwork F007 / 5378
Human lymphatic system, computer artwork




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The jawbone, a fascinating piece of human anatomy, has captivated scientists and artists alike throughout history. From the Paranthropus boisei (Zinjanthropus) cranium (OH5) to the Egyptian skull, its intricate structure has been studied and depicted in various forms of artwork. One cannot help but marvel at the CRO-MAGNON MAN SKULLS, which provide valuable insights into our ancient ancestors' head and neck anatomy. Exploring the different angles of the human skull's anatomy reveals a complexity that is both awe-inspiring and humbling. Delving further into history, we encounter the skull of a young girl from 3500-3400 BC. This relic serves as a poignant reminder of life's fragility during that era. Meanwhile, controversies like Piltdown Man remind us how important it is to scrutinize scientific findings with utmost care. Moving beyond mere bones, we find ourselves immersed in artistry depicting biblical stories such as Cain Killing Abel by Lucas van Leyden or Adam and Eve mourning Abel's death in an engraving from 1576. These works showcase not only artistic talent but also humanity's eternal fascination with storytelling through visual mediums. Even frescoes like those found in the room of Aldobrandini wedding offer glimpses into historical narratives while showcasing stunning depictions of Samson's tales. The jawbone becomes more than just an anatomical feature; it symbolizes strength, power, and even tragedy within these captivating artworks. As we explore each facet – be it scientific discoveries or artistic interpretations – surrounding this remarkable bone structure known as the jawbone, we are reminded once again of our shared humanity across time and cultures. It serves as a testament to our curiosity about ourselves and our desire to understand both our physical selves and the world around us.