Ligature Collection

De Motu Cordi, set Sanguinis in Animalibus (The Motion of the Heart
5615726 De Motu Cordi, set Sanguinis in Animalibus (The Motion of the Heart and Blood in Living Beings) by William Harvey (1578-1657)

De Motu Cordi, set Sanguinis in Animalibus (The Motion of the Heart
5615725 De Motu Cordi, set Sanguinis in Animalibus (The Motion of the Heart and Blood in Living Beings) by William Harvey (1578-1657)

ligature of right external iliac artery, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature of external iliac, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature of, femoral are the long saphenous nerve, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature of the right common femoral at the base of scarpas, medical equipment
ligature of the right common femoral at the base of scarpa s, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

the mode of dividing the solidus muscle in ligature, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature of right lingual artery, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

tractor, the outer border of the ligature, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature of the first part, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature of the right subclavian ernird part, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature of the right finger, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature of the brachial about the middle of the arm, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

ligature, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

mode of exposing a tumour by ligature or threat retractors, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

Instruments for Lithotomy and Trepanning. C017 / 3440
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing illustrations of various surgical instruments for lithotomy and trepanning. Lithotomy is a surgical method for removal of calculi

Ambroise Pare, French surgeon
Ambroise Pare (1504-1590), French surgeon. Pare, who worked in the army as a barber-surgeon, is considered to be the father of modern surgery

Arm veins and valves, 16th century. Artwork of the discovery by the Italian anatomist and surgeon Hieronymus Fabricius (1533-1619) of valves within veins

Ambroise Pare in the army, artwork
Ambroise Pare serving in the army. Historical artwork showing the French surgeon Ambroise Pare (1510-1590, centre right), amputating an injured soldiers leg

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"Ligature: An Intricate Connection Between History, Medicine, and Art" In the depths of history lies a captivating image that depicts a woman standing near a hanged man in 1525. This haunting artwork, created with pen and black gray on thin paper from Japan, serves as a reminder of the ligature's dark past. However, beyond its grim association with death, the ligature has played an essential role in medical advancements throughout time. One such breakthrough can be found in "De Motu Cordi, " where the motion of the heart is explored. Within this text lies knowledge about ligatures used to secure the right external iliac artery – an early example of medical equipment and surgical instruments. As we delve deeper into medical history, we uncover more instances where ligatures have been utilized for their life-saving properties. The application of these devices on various parts of the body reveals their significance in procedures such as femoral artery ligation or even nerve-related interventions like those involving long saphenous nerves. The development and refinement of these invaluable tools have shaped not only medicine but also our understanding of human anatomy. From ancient times to modern practices, surgeons have relied on ligatures to control bleeding during surgeries or divide muscles like solidus muscle using specialized instruments. Through centuries marked by innovation and progress within medicine, it becomes evident that ligatures hold immense historical value. Their presence resonates not only within operating rooms but also within art galleries showcasing masterpieces depicting moments when lives were saved through these intricate connections between science and humanity. So let us appreciate this humble yet powerful tool – the ligature – which binds together strands from different realms: artistry capturing emotions frozen in time; scientific discoveries revolutionizing medical practices; and historical milestones shaping our understanding of human health.