Anatomy Lesson Collection

The Reward of Cruelty, from The Four Stages of Cruelty, illustration from Hogarth Restored
STC451184 The Reward of Cruelty, from The Four Stages of Cruelty, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub

Ms 993 f. 43v Teaching of the different parts of the human body
XIR175905 Ms 993 f.43v Teaching of the different parts of the human body, from Le Livre des Proprietes des Choses by Jean Cordichon (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Municipale

Professor Luis Hubert Farabeuf (1841-1910) and his students, from Chanteclair
CHT235019 Professor Luis Hubert Farabeuf (1841-1910) and his students, from Chanteclair, c.1910 (colour litho) by Frantz, J-P

anatomical lesson Nicolaes Tulp Group portrait
The anatomical lesson of Nicolaes Tulp, Group portrait of the Amsterdam surgeons during an anatomical lesson. The men sit and stand around a table on which a corpse lies

anatomical lesson Nicolaes Tulp Dissected Anointing
The anatomical lesson of Nicolaes Tulp Dissected Anointing / Demonstration Anatomique (title on object), Group portrait of the Amsterdam surgeons during an anatomical lesson

Anatomy lesson study room scholar teaches anatomy
Anatomy lesson, In a study room a scholar teaches anatomy to his students. The teacher stands in front of the table where his four students are sitting

Before the Operation, or Doctor Pean teaching at Saint-Louis hospital, 1887 (oil
XIR221459 Before the Operation, or Doctor Pean teaching at Saint-Louis hospital, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Gervex, Henri (1852-1929); 242x188 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris

Anatomy Lesson, David van der Kellen (III), 1837 - 1882

Reinier de Graaf during an anatomy lesson, G. Wingendorp, officina Hackiana, 1671

The Anatomy Lesson of Dr Nicolaes Tulp, Johannes Pieter de Frey, Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn, 1798

Theatrum anatomicum van Leidse Academie, 1609. Jacob Marcus, 1609

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"The Anatomy Lesson: Unveiling the Dark Side of Human Cruelty" Step into the world of William Hogarth's chilling masterpiece, "The Reward of Cruelty, " where the artist delves deep into the human psyche to expose its darkest corners. This hand-coloured engraving from 1812 brings to life Hogarth's original work from 1751, depicting a gruesome scene that serves as a cautionary tale. In this haunting image, we witness an autopsy – or what some might call "The Reward of Cruelty" – as part of Hogarth's series titled "The Four Stages of Cruelty. " The etching and engraving technique used in this artwork adds depth and intensity to the narrative. Moving forward in time, we encounter Ms Hunter 364 Top v14 fol. 59 Frontispiece, an oil painting capturing John Bannister Lecture with Dissection. Here, medical education takes center stage as scholars gather around their professor for a lesson on human anatomy. The meticulous details on brown paper give us a glimpse into the scholarly pursuit of knowledge during that era. Fast-forwarding even further, we find ourselves amidst Professor Luis Hubert Farabeuf and his students in Chanteclair. This photograph captures an anatomical lesson where eager minds absorb every word spoken by their esteemed teacher, and is through such lessons that medical science progresses and humanity gains a deeper understanding of our own bodies. Nicolaes Tulp also takes us back in time with his famous group portrait showcasing an anatomical lesson. In this captivating painting, he dissects not only cadavers but also societal norms surrounding death and scientific exploration. As we explore these various depictions throughout history, it becomes evident that studying anatomy has always been essential for progress in medicine and understanding our own mortality. From oil paintings to engravings to photographs, each medium tells its unique story about how humans have sought knowledge about themselves. "The Anatomy Lesson.