Joints of the hand or fingers
1953
From the collection of Leiden University Libraries
1953
From the collection of Leiden University Libraries
Joints of the hand or fingers is a 1953 by J Tinkelenberg, held at Leiden University Libraries.
This drawing shows a single joint—likely from an animal’s leg or hoof. The lines are soft and smudged, giving it a rough, sketchy look. The bone’s shape is simple but detailed, with a thick top part that narrows down. The artist focused on texture, using light shading to show depth. It’s just a study, not a finished piece. Want to see more like this? Check out cross-hatching for another way to add shading.
This artist carved and painted the hidden systems we carry inside. Their sculptures trace the bend and flow of joints and veins in delicate wire or clay, while watercolors map the first threads of life in an embryo.…
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