Historical Image Collection (page 7)

Psoriasis plaques on a hand
Psoriasis on the hand. Artwork from Robert Willans 1808 medical textbook, On Cutaneous Diseases, showing what he calls psoriasis palmaria, or psorasis affecting the palm of the hand

Early drawing of muscle by Leewenhoek
Drawing of muscle made by Anton van Leewenhoek (1632- 1723), a Dutch biologist & microscopist. The drawing was based on observations made with the microscope

Skull, jaw bone and teeth. Artwork taken from Govard Bidloos Anatomia Humani Corporis (Anatomy of the Human Body), published 1685

Woodcut of leprosy in medieval times
Woodcut (date not given) to illustrate leprosy, a disease that was introduced into Europe by the troops of Alexander the Great returning from India to Greece

Bones of the leg. Artwork of human femurs (thigh bones) and patellae (kneecaps), taken from anatomist William Cheseldens textbook Osteographia, or the Anatomy of the Bones, published in 1733

Spinal column. Historical artwork of the bones of the human spine and pelvis, seen from the front. The backbone (vertical)

Spinal vertebra. Historical artwork of a vertebra (spinal bone) seen from the side. The rear of the spine is at right. This is a lumbar vertebra, one from the lower back

Spinal vertebrae. Historical artwork of vertebrae (spinal bones) seen from the side. The rear of the spine is at right. Four vertebrae are seen here

15th century woodcut showing plague victim
A victim of plague taken from a 15th century German woodcut. The physician holds a sponge in front of his nose as he attends the patient

Engraving of a pilgrimage of epileptics
" The dance of St. Guy". A caricature of the procession of epileptics which made an annual pilgrimage to the church of Molenbeeck-Saint Jacques in Luxembourg. The event was in honour of St

Human body postures, historical artwork
Human postures, historical artwork. The images show an outline of the shape of the body in four postures; standing, bowing, stooping and squatting

Aortic aneurysm. Artwork from Jean Cruveilhiers medical textbook Anatomie pathalogique du corps humain, published 1835. The two large illustrations are views of an aortic aneurysm (brown, centre)

Map of diseases, 15th century diagram
Map of diseases. 15th century diagram with Latin text illustrating which diseases commonly afflict specific parts of the body

Skin lesions. Artwork from Robert Willans 1808 medical textbook, On Cutaneous Diseases, showing 16 different kinds of disorders affecting the skin

Common diseases, 15th century diagram
Common diseases. 15th century diagram with Latin text illustrating which diseases commonly afflict the body. The diagram, known as a disease man

Abdominal organs and nerves, historical anatomical artwork. This ventral (front) view shows an abdomen dissected to reveal some of the abdominal organs and associated nerves

Death on horseback
Death. Historical artwork of Death in the form of a skeleton, riding a horse and carrying a scythe. Drawn in 1505

Phrenology model of a head. The pseudo-science of phrenology was based on the belief that a persons intellect and personality were related to the shape of their skull and scalp

Artwork of twelve catarrhines, 1870
Twelve catarrhines. Historical artwork of twelve apes and Old World monkeys, from the 1870 edition of Ernst Haeckels The Natural History of Creation. These drawings are not entirely accurate

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic Past: A Glimpse into Historical Images" This captivating collection of historical images takes us on a mesmerizing journey through time, offering glimpses into various facets of human knowledge and understanding. Amongst these intriguing depictions lies a set of glass eyeballs, reminiscent of an era when Descartes' optics theory reigned supreme in the 17th century. Moving further along this visual odyssey, we encounter artwork showcasing biomechanics - a fascinating blend of artistry and scientific exploration. The Phrenology bust by L. N. Fowler catches our attention next, shedding light on the intricate study of cranial features as indicators of personality traits during that period. Delving deeper into anatomy, we are presented with detailed illustrations depicting the muscles of the neck and Leonardo da Vinci's meticulous drawing unveiling the intricacies of the human venous system. These masterpieces serve as timeless reminders of humanity's relentless pursuit to unravel nature's secrets. As we continue our voyage through history, a remarkable 15th-century diagram unveils a medical zodiac - an intriguing fusion between astrology and medicine prevalent at that time. Our eyes then fall upon an eerie portrayal from 18th-century France: a plague doctor donning his distinctive beaked mask amidst times plagued by disease and despair. The artistic realm once again beckons us with an evocative artwork featuring four apes captured in 1874 - perhaps symbolizing mankind's connection to its primal roots or serving as social commentary on society itself. Another striking image emerges from a woodcut dating back to the 16th century; it portrays Woundman – reminding us both vividly yet grimly about past medical practices. Concluding this captivating visual expedition is another glimpse at L. N. Fowler's phrenology bust – emphasizing how deeply ingrained this pseudoscience was within historical beliefs about human behavior and character assessment.