Anatomist Collection (#56)

Portrait Thomas Bartholinus Danish physician
Portrait of Thomas Bartholinus, Danish physician and anatomist, at the age of 35. At the bottom in the margin a three-line text in Latin

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Andreas Vesalius, 1514 To 1564. Dutch Anatomist, Physician And Author. From Geschiedenis Van Nederland, Published 1936

Nehemiah Grew, 1641 To 1712. English Vegetable Anatomist And Physiologist. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Marie Francois Xavier Bichat 1771 To 1802 French Anatomist And Physiologist Engraved By H Cook After Vigneron From The Book The National Portrait Gallery Volume Iii Published C1820

William Hunter 1718 To 1783 Scottish Anatomist And Physician Engraved By J Thomson After Pyne From The Book The National Portrait Gallery Volume Ii Published C1820

William Lawrence 1783 To 1867 English Surgeon And Anatomist Engraved By J Cochran After H Wyatt From The Book The National Portrait Gallery Volume Ii Published C1820

Dr Matthew Baillie 1761 To1823 Scottish Physician And Anatomist Engraved By H Cook After J Hopner From The Book The National Portrait Gallery Volume 1 Published C1820

Sir Astley Paston Cooper 1St Baronet 1768 To 1841 English Surgeon And Anatomist Engraved By J Cochran After Sir T Lawrence From The Book National Portrait Gallery Volume Iii Published C 1835

Joshua Brookes 1761 To 1833 British Anatomist And Naturalist Engraved By H Cook After T Phillips From The Book National Portrait Gallery Volume V Published C 1835

Thomas Henry Huxley, 1825-1895. English Physiologist, Anatomist, Zoologist, Anthropologist, Agnostic And Educator
Thomas Henry Huxley, 1825-1895.English Physiologist, Anatomist, Zoologist, Anthropologist, Agnostic And Educator. From The Book The International Library Of Famous Literature.Published In London

Trepanation. Miniature. 14th c. Treatise on anatomy by Mondi
Illustration of trepanation. Miniature. 14th century. Treatise on anatomy by Mondino de Liuzzi (1270-1326). Italian anatomist nad profesor of Bologna

William Harvey / Scriven
WILLIAM HARVEY English physician and anatomist Date: 1578-1657

Henri-Marie Blainville, French Naturalist
Henri-Marie Blainville. Portrait of the french naturalist Henri-Marie Ducrotay de Blainville. De Blainville was a member of the French Academy of Sciences

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Physiologist Marie-Jean-Pierre Flourens. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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French naturalist Georges Cuvier. Hand-colored engraving of a painting

Leonardo on his death bed. Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519), Italian polymath: painter, scientist, mathematician, engineer, inventor, anatomist, and writer

Velpeau, c1893. Armand-Louis-Marie Velpeau (1795-1867), French anatomist and surgeon. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Poirier, c1893. Artist: Walery
Poirier, c1893. Paul Poirier (1853-1907), French surgeon and anatomist. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Petrus Camper, Dutch anatomist, anthropologist and a naturalist, c1870. Artist: H Sluyter
Petrus Camper, Dutch anatomist, anthropologist and a naturalist, c1870. A print from Nederlands Geschiedenis en Volksleven in Schetsen, by J van Lenner and J ter Gouw. (Leiden, AW Sijthoff, c1870)

Sir Astley Paston Cooper, 1st Baronet, English surgeon and anatomist, 1831. Artist: J Cochran
Sir Astley Paston Cooper, 1st Baronet, English surgeon and anatomist, 1831. Cooper (1768-1841) was Surgeon to Guys Hospital and a pupil of John Hunter

The death of Leonardo de Vinci, 1519. Artist: Walker
The death of Leonardo de Vinci, 1519. One of the greatest figures of the Italian Renaissance, Leonardo (1452-1519) died at Clos Luce, Amboise, France, on 2nd May 1519

John Hunter, 18th century Scottish surgeon, (19th century). Artist: GH Adcock
John Hunter, 18th century Scottish surgeon, (19th century). Hunter (1728-1793) delivered a unique series of lectures on the theory and practice of surgery, which attracted many famous students

Richard Owen, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Richard Owen, 1878. After qualifying and practising as a surgeon, Owen made major contributions in the fields of anatomy and paleontology

John Hunter, Scottish surgeon, 1870. Artist: Francis Holl
John Hunter, Scottish surgeon, 1870. Hunter (1728-1793) gave a series of lectures on the theory and practice of surgery, which attracted many famous students, including Edward Jenner

Dr William Hunter, Scottish anatomist and obstetrician, (1870). Artist:s Freeman
Dr William Hunter, Scottish anatomist and obstetrician, (1870). Hunter (1718-1783), the older brother of the famed physiologist and surgeon John Hunter

Andreas Vesalius, 16th century Flemish anatomist, c1789-c1798. Vesalius (1514-1564) great work on anatomy De Humani Corporis Fabrica (On the Structure of the Human Body) (1543) was a landmark

Girolamo Fabrici, Italian anatomist and surgeon, 17th century. Hieronymus Fabricius ab Aquapendente - Italian name Girolamo Fabrici - (1537-1619) was one of the founders of modern embryology

Leonardo da Vinci, Italian artist, engineer, scientist and inventor, 1864
Leonardo da Vinci, Italian artist, engineer, scientist and inventor whose drawings featured ideas such as a spinning wheel and a flying machine

Charles Bell (1774-1842), Scottish surgeon and anatomist. Bell made several discoveries in the field of neurology. Bells Palsy (a facial paralysis) is named after him

William Bowman, English anatomist, surgeon and ophthalmologist, 1884. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
William Bowman, English anatomist, surgeon and ophthalmologist, 1884. Bowman (1816-1892) was born at Nantwich, Cheshire. After five years at Birmingham General Hospital

Bartolomeo Panizza (1785-1867). Italian anatomist. Statue. U
Bartolomeo Panizza (1785-1867). Italian anatomist born in Vicenza. Statue. Couryard inUniversity of Pavia. Italy

Annulorum by Johann Dryander. Colored engraving
Johann Dryander (1500-1560). German anatomist and astronomer. Annulorum. Title cover, 1537. Colored engraving

Annulorum by Johann Dryander
Johann Dryander (1500-1560). German anatomist and astronomer. Annulorum. Title cover, 1537

George Cleghorn
GEORGE CLEGHORN Irish medical : anatomist at Dublin. Date: 1716 - 1789

Joseph Beau, Medical
JOSEPH HONORE SIMON BEAU French medical : anatomist at La Salpetriere and other Paris hospitals. Date: 1806 - 1865

Alfred Garrod
ALFRED HENRY GARROD physiologist, anatomist Date: 1846 - 1879

Joshua Brookes
JOSHUA BROOKES anatomist, Fellow of the Royal Society, proposed reforms to combat cholera epidemics Date: 1761 - 1833

Antonio Scarpa / Anon Eng
ANTONIO SCARPA Italian anatomist and surgeon Date: 1752 - 1832

Francesco Rossi
FRANCESCO ROSSI Italian anatomist and surgeon, based in Turin Date: CIRCA 1800

Johannes Dryander
J0HANNES DRYANDER German mathematician and anatomist Date: ? - 1560

H Von Helmholtz / Thiriat
HERMANN VON HELMHOLTZ German physicist, anatomist and physiologist 1821 - 1894

H Von Helmholtz / Jeens
HERMANN VON HELMHOLTZ German physicist, anatomist and physiologist Date: 1821 - 1894

William Harvey / Figuier
WILLIAM HARVEY English physician and anatomist, portrayed with an open anatomy book and a poppy plant Date: 1578-1657

William Harvey / Bust
WILLIAM HARVEY Engraving of a bust of the physician and anatomist Date: 1578-1657

Pieter Camper
PIETER CAMPER Dutch anatomist and naturalist Date: 1722 - 1789

Harvey / La Nature / 1879
WILLIAM HARVEY English physician and anatomist explains the circulation of blood to King Charles I Date: 1578-1657

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Anatomists have played a crucial role in unraveling the mysteries of the human body throughout history. One such pioneer was Robert Burton, whose extensive research and writings on anatomy left an indelible mark on the field. Another notable figure was EUSTACHIO Bartolomeo, an Italian anatomist who made significant contributions during the 16th century. Intriguingly, a lithograph titled "Odin questioning Mimir" captures the essence of curiosity that drives anatomists to seek knowledge. This thirst for understanding is exemplified by Sir Richard Owen, a renowned British anatomist from the 19th century whose work continues to inspire modern scientists. Richard Owen's dedication to his craft is evident in various depictions of him throughout history. In one caricature from Vanity Fair in 1873, aptly titled "Old bones, " he is portrayed as a distinguished scholar with wisdom etched onto his face. An image from his study at BMNH in 1883 showcases his meticulous approach towards dissecting and studying specimens. The intricate details captured in engravings like "The Sacred Heart of Jesus" or "The pollen of plants" demonstrate how anatomists explore not only human anatomy but also delve into other aspects of nature's design. Richard Owen himself had a profound impact on paleontology, as depicted in C016 / 5008 - an image that pays homage to his groundbreaking discoveries. Throughout history, heart anatomists have held a special place within this scientific realm. Figures like Guillaume Dupuytren and William Hunter dedicated their lives to unraveling the complexities of this vital organ. Their contributions paved the way for advancements in cardiac medicine that continue to save lives today. From ancient times until now, these brilliant minds have shaped our understanding of ourselves and our world through their tireless pursuit of knowledge about our bodies' inner workings. The legacy they leave behind serves as an inspiration for future generations aspiring to unravel the secrets of human anatomy.