Artwork
Musculoskeletal system of the throat/neck of an embryo
Musculoskeletal system of the throat/neck of an embryo is a drawing by J Wetselaar-Whittaker. It dates from 1955 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries. This drawing depicts the musculoskeletal system of an embryonic throat and neck.
About this work
Overview
This drawing depicts the musculoskeletal system of an embryonic throat and neck.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration details the muscles and bones in the neck region of an embryo, with inscriptions referencing embryos of different sizes (8 cm, 13.7 cm, and 20 cm), indicating a study of developmental stages.
Technique & Style
The drawing employs a detailed rendering style, likely utilizing techniques such as cross-hatching to achieve varying shades and textures, characteristic of precise anatomical illustrations.
Artist & collection
Artist
This artist made precise studies of the body—drawings and sculptures that cut straight to the bones, muscles, and tissues.
