Musculoskeletal system of the throat/neck of an embryo
1955
From the collection of Leiden University Libraries
1955
From the collection of Leiden University Libraries
Musculoskeletal system of the throat/neck of an embryo is a 1955 by J Wetselaar-Whittaker, held at Leiden University Libraries.
This drawing shows the muscles and bones in the throat and neck of an embryo. The inscription on the drawing lists different embryo sizes, which suggests the artist was studying development at various stages. This detail tells us the artist was interested in how things change as they grow. Look up the technique of cross-hatching to learn more about how drawings like this are made.
This artist made precise studies of the body—drawings and sculptures that cut straight to the bones, muscles, and tissues.
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