Artwork
Opened abdominal cavity, with the kidneys
Opened abdominal cavity, with the kidneys is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries.
About this work
Overview
A detailed drawing depicts a human abdominal cavity with visible kidneys, created using a combination of pen, brush, and grey wash techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing focuses on the internal organs, omitting the face and outer body, presenting an isolated view of the anatomy.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a sense of depth through subtle grey shading, eschewing color to create a nuanced, map-like representation of the internal anatomy.
Context
This drawing diverges from conventional medical illustrations in its emphasis on tonal subtlety and restraint, suggesting a unique artistic approach to anatomical representation.
Artist & collection
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