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Animals and human figure
Tab XIII. Scientific diagrams of animals and a human figure Source: De motu animalium - Joh. Alphonsi Borelli, Neapolitani matheseos professoris, De motu animalium... by Borelli, Giovanni Alfonso, 1608-1679. Published by Boutesteyn, Cornelis, d. 1720printer |Gsbeeck, Daniel van, fl. 1655-1692printer - Du Vivi鬠 Johannes, fl. 1678-1728printer - Aa, Pieter van der, 1659-1733, printer Date: 1685
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Human Mechanics Monkeys Muscles Motility
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This print, titled "Tab XIII. Scientific Diagrams of Animals and a Human Figure," is an exquisite example of 17th-century scientific illustration. The work is derived from the seminal text "De motu animalium" (On the Motion of Animals) by the Neapolitan professor of mathematics, Giovanni Alfonso Borelli. Published in 1685, this masterpiece was the result of a collaborative effort between Borelli and several renowned printers of the time, including Cornelis Boutesteyn, Daniel van Gsbeeck, Pieter van der Aa, and others. The image itself is a remarkable fusion of art and science. It features a human figure, meticulously drawn to demonstrate the intricacies of the muscular system and the mechanics of human motility. Surrounding the human figure are various animals, including fish, monkeys, horses, and birds. Each animal is depicted in a dynamic pose, highlighting the specific muscles and mechanisms that enable their unique modes of locomotion. Borelli's groundbreaking work was instrumental in the development of comparative anatomy and the study of animal physiology. By carefully observing and documenting the movements and structures of various animals, he was able to draw parallels between their anatomies and that of humans, shedding new light on the fundamental principles of life and motion. This stunning print not only serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific prowess of the time but also as a reminder of the enduring importance of observation, curiosity, and the pursuit of knowledge in the natural world.
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