Who painted Part of the human anatomy?

Part of the human anatomy was painted by Mol, L in 1970.

Where can I see Part of the human anatomy?

Part of the human anatomy is held by Leiden University Libraries.

Artwork

Part of the human anatomy

Mol, L , 1970

Part of the human anatomy is a drawing by Mol, L. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries.

About this work

Overview

Part of the human anatomy is a drawing by L Mol, created around 1970, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a detailed, branching structure reminiscent of coral or a tree, suggesting a focus on natural forms. However, the title implies an unexpected connection to human anatomy, leaving the subject's interpretation somewhat ambiguous.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a range of lines (mostly straight, with occasional gentle curves) and nuanced shading (varying from light to dark) to achieve texture and depth, characteristic of a realistic style.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1970, the work is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. Detailed provenance or exhibition history is not provided.

Context

While the broader artistic context of the 1970s influences is not explicitly evident in the described techniques, the piece reflects a general interest in detailed, realistic renderings of natural subjects during this period.

Legacy

Information on the work's impact, influence, or reception over time is not provided, suggesting it may not be widely recognized beyond its current institutional holding.

Artist & collection

Artist

Mol, L

This artist carved what most artists skip: the quiet, slippery parts inside us. You’ve seen the glossy posters of muscles and bones, but they focused on the messy, squishy stuff—ducts, glands, half-formed hearts—that…