Artwork
Circulatory system of the throat
Circulatory system of the throat is a drawing by J Tinkelenberg. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1963 by J Tinkelenberg, 'Circulatory system of the throat' is a detailed drawing held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts the circulatory system of the throat, showcasing veins and arteries in a realistic style, with blood vessels branching out from the center.
Technique & Style
Rendered in various grays, the drawing employs darker shading to create depth. Intricate lines and textures convey realism, achieved through techniques that capture the smoothness of skin and roughness of blood vessels.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.…
