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Two somites of a mouse, by J Wetselaar-Whittaker, unspecified, 1970

Two somites of a mouse

J Wetselaar-Whittaker

1970

unspecified

From the collection of Leiden University Libraries

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Overview

Two somites of a mouse is a 1970 unspecified 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 watercolor shows two tiny, pink mouse embryos side by side. Their shapes look soft and delicate. It’s part of early science work where artists drew tiny things by hand. The artist used thin washes of green and orange to highlight the embryos. If you like this careful style, check out the artist’s other work at the Museum of Ethnography.

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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