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Musculoskeletal system of the foot joint, by J Wetselaar-Whittaker, 1970

Musculoskeletal system of the foot joint

J Wetselaar-Whittaker

1970

From the collection of Leiden University Libraries

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Overview

Musculoskeletal system of the foot joint is a 1970 by J Wetselaar-Whittaker, held at Leiden University Libraries.

Who painted this?
J Wetselaar-Whittaker
When & what style?
1970
Where can I see it?
Leiden University Libraries

About this work

This drawing shows the muscles and bones of the foot joint in detail. It's drawn in grey and white, which makes it look like a medical diagram. The artist used different shades of grey to show depth and texture, which is interesting because it's a simple yet effective way to show complex information. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of cross-hatching.

About the artist

Artist

J Wetselaar-Whittaker

This artist made precise studies of the body—drawings and sculptures that cut straight to the bones, muscles, and tissues.

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