Aural Collection

Early telephone, historical artwork
Early telephone. Historical artwork of three men gathered around an early telephone. The man at right is talking into the speaking tube

Doctor syringing a patient's ear Date: 1888

Common forms of syringe (litho)
6013439 Common forms of syringe (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common forms of syringe)

The Ingle Nook (engraving)
1616223 The Ingle Nook (engraving) by Petherick, Horace (1839-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ingle Nook. Illustration for The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, 11 December 1880)

In the Evening, Lying on her Bed, She Reread the Letter from her Artilleryman at
3613983 In the Evening, Lying on her Bed, She Reread the Letter from her Artilleryman at the Front, 1917 (letterpress) by Marinetti

Anatomy of the cochlear duct in the human ear

Anatomy of human ear

External auditory canal of human ear (with labels)

Anatomy of inner ear and sinuses

Cutaway diagram of human ear

Human ear C013 / 7319
MODEL RELEASED. Human ear. Close-up of the ear of a 24-year-old man. The visible structure of the ear consists of the folds and curves of the pinna

Human ear anatomy. Computer artwork of the structure of the human ear, showing the outer ear (left), middle ear and inner ear (right)

Organ of Corti, inner ear, SEM
Organ of Corti. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the organ of Corti from the cochlea of the inner ear. The bony capsule that encloses the organ has been removed to reveal the organs

MARK AURAL STEIN (1862-1943). British archaeologist. Drawing, 1924, by Sir William Rothenstein

Medical illustration of endolymph in the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear
Medical ilustration showing endolymph in the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear

Anatomy of the organ of Corti, part of the cochlea of the inner ear

Interior detail of the cochlea

Anatomy of human ear, membranous labyrinth

Microscopic view of the cochlea of the inner ear. The cochlea contains the spiral organ of Corti, which is the receptor organ for hearing

Cross section of human ear

Cochlea detail with vestibulocochlear nerve

External auditory canal of human ear

Structure of the cochlea, artwork
Structure of the cochlea. Computer artwork of a section through the organ of Corti, the auditory sense organ that lines the spiral of the cochlea in the inner ear

Hearing centre, artwork
Hearing centre. Computer artwork showing the area of the brains temporal lobe that is associated with hearing (red). This area receives auditory input from the cochlea (coiled)

Cochlear implant, artwork C016 / 7683
Cochlear implant. Computer artwork of a section through the outer (left) and inner (right) ear showing a cochlear implant (top left), a prosthetic hearing device

Fish inner ear, artwork
Fish inner ear. Computer artwork showing the position and structure (inset) of the inner ear of a fish

Eustachian tube anatomy, artwork
Eustachian tube anatomy. Artwork of the anatomy of the human Eustachian tube in its normal closed state (main artwork) and in an open state (inset, upper right)

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6400
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6379
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6393
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6387
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6397
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6402
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Facial hair clipper C014 / 1280
Facial hair clipper. Electric facial hair clipper for use on hair in places such as the ears, nose, and eyebrows

Ear biometrics, artwork
Ear biometrics. Artwork showing a human ear and data used in biometrics related to ear measurements. Data on the size and shape of an individuals ear is stored in a database or compared to existing

Speed of sound experiment, 1826
Speed of sound experiment. 19th-century artwork of an experiment that took place in 1826 to measure the speed of sound in water

Mobile physics laboratory. Researchers unloading acoustic and other equipment from a mobile physics laboratory. Photographed in the Physics Division of the National Physical Laboratory, Teddington, UK

Boy covering his ears in response to a loud noise

Eardrum, SEM
Eardrum. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an eardrum (red). The eardrum, or tympanic membrane, is located in the middle ear

Brain anatomy, 16th century diagram
Brain anatomy. 16th century diagram of the anatomy of the human brain and the nerves associated with the senses of hearing, taste, sight and smell

Human ears

Internal anatomy, 15th century diagram
Internal anatomy. 15th century anatomical diagram of the internal organs of the human head and torso. The diagram, known as a situs figure

Early field telephone. Historical artwork of a 19th century field telephone. Telephone technology was developed by Alexander Graham Bell by 1876

Earphone in an ear
Earphone in place in an ear

Tin can telephone being used by two boys. The boy at left is speaking into one of the cans, and the sound waves are being transmitted along the string to the other can

Ear canal cleaning. Cotton bud with ear wax (cerumen) on its tip.(centre, brown). Ear wax is secreted by the ceruminous glands, it helps to prevent micro-organisms from entering the ear

Cotton bud with ear wax, SEM
Cotton bud with ear wax (red), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Build-up of excess ear wax can cause temporary deafness

Cochlear implant, artwork
Cochlear implant. Artwork of a section through the outer and inner ear showing a cochlear implant, a prosthetic hearing device

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"Aural: Exploring the Symphony of Sound Through Time and Art" Step back in time to the early days of communication, where the telephone was a marvel that connected distant voices. Uncover historical artwork that captures the essence experiences, from mesmerizing landscapes to intimate portraits. Witness a doctor delicately syringing a patient's ear, providing relief and restoring harmony to their auditory world. Discover common forms of syringes depicted in lithographs, showcasing the evolution of medical practices for ear care. Immerse yourself in "The Ingle Nook, " an enchanting engraving that invites you to cozy up by the fire and indulge in captivating stories told through whispers and melodies. In the evening, as she lies on her bed, she rereads the heartfelt letter from her artilleryman at war - every word resonating deep within her soul like a symphony composed just for her. Delve into the intricate anatomy of our cochlear ducts, unraveling how these delicate structures transform vibrations into beautiful melodies we perceive as sound. Explore the external auditory canal with labeled diagrams, unlocking secrets hidden within this gateway to our sonic universe. Journey further into our inner ear and sinuses' complex anatomy – marvel at its intricacies designed to capture every note and rhythm life has to offer. Peek inside a cutaway diagram revealing layers upon layers of mechanisms working harmoniously together within our human ears – nature's masterpiece finely tuned for auditory perfection. Behold an astonishing SEM image capturing the Organ of Corti – witness its microscopic beauty responsible for translating sound waves into electrical signals that dance along our neural pathways like musical notes on sheet music.