Artwork
Ventricular septal
Ventricular septal is a drawing by J Wetselaar-Whittaker. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries.
About this work
Overview
Ventricular septal is an image created by J Wetselaar-Whittaker in 1957, held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts two animal hearts cut open, one from the front and one from the side, revealing their internal structures. Simple lines demarcate key areas within the hearts.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by light shading and sparse, expressive strokes. Lines are used to delineate internal features and create shading, illustrating the artist's focus on clarity over detailed representation.
Artist & collection
Artist
This artist made precise studies of the body—drawings and sculptures that cut straight to the bones, muscles, and tissues.
