Capillaries Collection

Human digestive system, artwork. At top, food from the mouth forms a bolus that is swallowed down the oesophagus. At centre, the bolus is about to enter the stomach (arrow)

Kidney glomeruli, SEM
Kidney glomeruli, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The cells that usually surround the glomeruli have been removed to reveal the coiled capillaries at the core of the glomeruli

False-colour SEM of pericyte capillary on muscle
Blood capillary in muscle: false-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a blood capillary (blue) coursing through striated skeletal muscle (rust red)

Title page of Haller's Deux memoires sur le mouvement du sang, 1756
6317520 Title page of Haller's Deux memoires sur le mouvement du sang, 1756; (add.info.: Title page of Haller's Deux memoires sur le mouvement du sang, 1756)

Winter Over Autumn
Paolo Giudici

The Earth Veins
reflection of the Sun on the Cloud Hitting the earth Veins which made the great light showed something interesting. Taken in Kuwait Bay.. Faisal ALnomas

wayang
Dedy Gunawan

Tr@nsparences
Fabien BRAVIN

Model of a man whose throat has been cut (wax)
BEN360184 Model of a man whose throat has been cut (wax) by Susini, Clemente (1754-1814); Museo della Specola, Florence, Italy; (add.info)

Model of a man whose throat has been cut (wax)
BEN360183 Model of a man whose throat has been cut (wax) by Susini, Clemente (1754-1814); Museo della Specola, Florence, Italy; (add.info)

Model of a skinless man (wax)
BEN360194 Model of a skinless man (wax) by Susini, Clemente (1754-1814); Museo della Specola, Florence, Italy; (add.info)

Model of a skinless man (wax)
BEN360193 Model of a skinless man (wax) by Susini, Clemente (1754-1814); Museo della Specola, Florence, Italy; (add.info)

Vintage Anatomical Print of the Human Circulatory System, 1912 (screen print)
3034946 Vintage Anatomical Print of the Human Circulatory System, 1912 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info)

Capillaries
Jure Kravanja

California Aerial
Tanja Ghirardini

Curvaceousness
Shihya Kowatari

Streets
Matteo Chiarello

The Black Rivers
Faisal ALnomas

Histopathology and pathophysiology of diabetic food ulcers

Diseased alveoli in the lung. Cutaway computer artwork showing the interior of diseased alveoli (spheres) and bronchioles, (tubes) and blood vessels (red and purple) of the lungs

Title page of Hallers Deux memoires sur le mouvement du sang, 1756, in which are recorded his observations on the capillaries. Albrecht von Haller, aka Albertus de Haller, 1708 - 1777

Retina with macular degeneration

Face and neck nerves, 1825 artwork
Face and neck nerves. Head and neck dissected to show the superficial nerves (white). The parotid gland (normally present below the ear)

Lung alveoli anatomy, artwork C016 / 7680
Lung alveoli anatomy. Artwork showing the structure of the lung alveoli, where gas exchange occurs between the respiratory and circulatory systems

Liver tissue, TEM
Liver tissue. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the liver, showing part of a radial cord of hepatocyte liver cells (dark) and the vascular sinusoids (white)

Dental filling polymerisation, artwork C014 / 2025
Dental filling polymerisation. Artwork of a cross-section of a human tooth, with a filling (white) being set using an ultraviolet light lamp tool

Hand veins. Historical artwork of the veins (red) of the hand. Blood enters the hand through wrist arteries (not seen) that branch out to form the capillaries of the fingers

Nephron structure, artwork
Nephron structure. Artwork showing the structure of a nephron, the functional filtering unit of a kidney. The function of the kidney is to filter waste products such as urea from the blood

Diagram of capillary network running between arteriole and venule

Nerve ending, seen in lower right, sends pain message from injured muscle. Blood vessel and immune cells are seen in the center and upper right of image

Retina of a normal eye

Retina with advanced diabetic retinopathy, showing increased scar tissue, hemorrhaging and diffuse vitreous blood (blurred appearance)

Arteriole with red blood cells, white blood cells and oxygen

Nerve with myelin sheath, seen in lower right, connects with muscle. Blood vessel and immune cells are seen in the center and upper right of image

Diagram of a retinal detachment

Retina of eye with glaucoma

Retina with neovascularization showing retinal hemorrhaging

Components of blood vessel interact with intracellular fluid; white blood cells, red blood cells, oxygen, platelets and hormones

Illustration showing human circulatory system and blood vessels
Medicine: circulatory system, blood vessels

Brain membrane vessels, 1825 artwork
Brain membrane vessels. Axial section through the skull showing the blood vessels (red) of two of the brain membranes, the arachnoid mater and pia mater

Hepatic portal vein, artwork
Hepatic portal vein. Computer artwork of the digestive system showing the hepatic portal vein system (blue). The hepatic portal system consists of the hepatic portal vein (blue) and its capillaries

Skin structure, artwork C016 / 7541
Skin structure. Computer artwork showing the different layers and structure of human skin. The upper layer (centre) is the epidermis, with the dermis below

Glomerulus, TEM
Glomerulus. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a nephron in a human kidney, showing a cluster of capillaries within a renal corpuscle, also known as a glomerulus

Skin anatomy, artwork
Skin anatomy. Artwork of a section through human skin, showing the flattening of skin cells as they rise to the dead keratinised surface layer (top) from the living layer below (the dermis)

Gastritis, light micrograph C016 / 0508
Gastritis. Light micrograph of a section through an inflamed human stomach (gastritis), showing an abnormal accumulation of white blood cells (leucocytes)

Liver, SEM C015 / 9924
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue. The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Liver, SEM C015 / 9922
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue showing a large vein (pink, up centre). The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Liver, SEM C015 / 9923
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue. The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

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"Exploring the Intricate Network: Unveiling the Beauty of Capillaries" Delving into the depths of the human digestive system, capillaries emerge as delicate masterpieces. Like intricate artwork, they intricately weave through organs and tissues, ensuring vital nutrients reach every corner. In a mesmerizing display under scanning electron microscopy (SEM), kidney glomeruli reveal their captivating beauty. These tiny structures showcase an exquisite network that play a crucial role in filtering waste products from our blood. Moving on to another SEM marvel, we discover the thyroid gland's capillaries. Their intricate patterns resemble abstract art, highlighting their importance in regulating hormone production and metabolism. The kidney takes center stage once again as SEM captures its blood vessels with astonishing detail. The complexity and interconnectivity of these vessels are truly awe-inspiring, showcasing nature's remarkable design. Shifting our focus to the retina, SEM unveils a breathtaking view of its blood vessels. With their branching patterns resembling tree roots reaching for light, these capillaries nourish this essential part of our visual system. A false-color SEM image reveals a pericyte capillary on muscle—a true testament to both strength and fragility within our bodies. This microscopic wonder showcases how even at such small scales, life-sustaining processes occur seamlessly. Returning to kidney glomeruli—this time captured through light micrography—we witness their stunning architecture up close. These images remind us that beauty can be found even in places we least expect it. Tr@nsparences bring forth yet another dimension to understanding capillaries' significance—an artistic representation that merges science with creativity. Through this medium, we gain new perspectives on these vital conduits within us. Finally, a wax model depicting a man whose throat has been cut serves as a haunting reminder of how fragile our existence is without functioning capillaries. It underscores their indispensable role in sustaining life.