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Flemish anatomist and physician, Andreas Vesalius, giving a lesson at the school of medicine in Brussels, 1543 (colour woodcut)
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Flemish anatomist and physician, Andreas Vesalius, giving a lesson at the school of medicine in Brussels, 1543 (colour woodcut)
985801 Flemish anatomist and physician, Andreas Vesalius, giving a lesson at the school of medicine in Brussels, 1543 (colour woodcut) by Venetian School, (16th century); 42x27.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flemish anatomist and physician, Andreas Vesalius, giving a lesson at the school of medicine in Brussels. Frontispiece to De Humani Corporis Fabrica Libri Septem by Andreas Vesalius (1514-1564). Colour woodcut. Published by Johannes Oporinus, Basel, June 1543. 42 x 27.7cm.); Photo © Christies Images
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This color woodcut print captures a significant moment in the history of medicine. In the image, Flemish anatomist and physician Andreas Vesalius is depicted giving a lesson at the school of medicine in Brussels in 1543. The scene serves as the frontispiece to Vesalius' groundbreaking publication, "De Humani Corporis Fabrica Libri Septem" which revolutionized anatomical understanding during the Renaissance. The print showcases a bustling lecture theatre filled with a large group of men eagerly absorbing knowledge from their esteemed teacher. Vesalius stands confidently on a balcony, surrounded by medical equipment and holding an open book titled "De Humani Corporis Fabrica". His authoritative presence commands attention as he imparts his wisdom upon his eager students. The composition also includes intriguing details such as an interior setting with grand architecture, indicating the importance placed on education during this time period. A dog can be seen clambering up some stairs, adding a touch of liveliness to the scene. This woodcut print not only highlights Vesalius' contributions to medical science but also provides insight into European society's thirst for knowledge and advancement in healthcare during the mid-16th century. It serves as a testament to how far we have come in our understanding of human anatomy and reminds us of those who paved the way for modern medicine.
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