Superficial Collection

Head and chest arteries, 1825 artwork
Head and chest arteries. Superficial arteries (red) of the chest, neck and head, which are visible when the skin and muscle fascia are removed

Diagram showing the superficial nerves of the human head and neck, publ. 1924 (print)
3473232 Diagram showing the superficial nerves of the human head and neck, publ. 1924 (print) by German School, (20th century); (add.info)

The miller Samuel Wood, whose arm and scapula were torn off when entangled in a rope attached to the moving mill
526834 The miller Samuel Wood, whose arm and scapula were torn off when entangled in a rope attached to the moving mill machinery (1737)

Taken from the stage of an audience at a "coloured party"
MNY380951 Taken from the stage of an audience at a " coloured party" in the auditorium of the New York Association for the Blind, 111 New York East 59th Street, New York

T E Collcutt and Stanley Hamp, Architects (litho)
3652259 T E Collcutt and Stanley Hamp, Architects (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: T E Collcutt and Stanley Hamp, Architects)

Elegant Woman with her doggie, fashion plate from Galerie des Modes et Costumes
CHT268788 Elegant Woman with her doggie, fashion plate from Galerie des Modes et Costumes Francais, engraved by Bacquoy (colour engraving) by French School

Muscles of the chest and front of the arm, superficial view (engraving)
3634197 Muscles of the chest and front of the arm, superficial view (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Muscles of the chest and front of the arm)

Feather Market, Cape Town (b / w photo)
3092403 Feather Market, Cape Town (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feather Market, Cape Town)

The superficial lymphatics and glands of the head, face, and neck (engraving)
3634187 The superficial lymphatics and glands of the head, face, and neck (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Anatomy, inner arm dissection post-mortem
Superficial view of the arm on the inner side, with the parts undisturbed. Date: 1867

Pelvic-femoral muscles, 1831 artwork
Pelvic-femoral muscles, superficial layer. Part of the spine at top left. This anatomical artwork is plate 124 from volume 2 (1831) of Traite complet de l anatomie de l homme (1831-1854)

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)

Superficial back muscles, 1831 artwork
Superficial back muscles. This anatomical artwork is plate 83 from volume 2 (1831) of Traite complet de l anatomie de l homme (1831-1854)

Victorian scrap - Wanted nice little filly
Victorian scrap - People Who Want To Marry - Wanted nice little filly with " thou" or two. late 19th century

Libra is the seventh astrological sign of the Zodiac. Its symbol is the scales

Of newe fassions and disgised Garmentes, illustration from Alexander Barclay s
XJF483411 Of newe fassions and disgised Garmentes, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Six Stages of Making a Face, printed by S. W. Fores, 1792 (etching)
XJF425328 Six Stages of Making a Face, printed by S.W. Fores, 1792 (etching) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: Six stages of making a face)

The miller Samuel Wood, whose arm and scapula were torn off when entangled in a rope attached to the moving mill machinery (1737)

Facial anatomy, artwork
Facial anatomy. Computer artwork showing the superficial muscles around the nose and upper lip of a human face

Trunk arteries, 1825 artwork
Trunk arteries. Dissection showing the internal mammary arteries (red, in chest) and the epigastric arteries (red, in groin and abdomen), from a mans trunk (torso)

Lower leg arteries, 1825 artwork
Lower leg arteries. Anterior (frontal) view of the arteries (red) and muscles and ligaments of the lower leg and foot. At left are the superficial arteries

Femoral and foot arteries, 1825 artwork
Femoral and foot arteries. Dissections showing the arteries (red) and muscles of the upper thigh and the foot. At centre right, near the bladder (white)

Arteries of the thigh, 1825 artwork
Arteries of the thigh. Dissection showing the arteries (red) and muscles of the anterior (frontal) aspect of the thigh. The main artery in each leg is the femoral artery

Childs arteries, 1825 artwork
Childs arteries. Posterior view of a whole-body dissection showing the arteries (red) of a childs body, with layers of skin and muscles removed to varying depths

Abdominal external oblique muscle C014 / 5062
Abdominal external oblique muscle, computer artwork. This thin muscle acts to pull the chest down and compress the abdominal cavity

Abdominal external oblique muscle C014 / 5061
Abdominal external oblique muscle, computer artwork. This thin muscle acts to pull the chest down and compress the abdominal cavity

Human eye, infrared image C013 / 7322
MODEL RELEASED. Human eye, close-up infrared image. This is the right-hand eye of a 21-year-old man, with raised eyebrow and distended pupil

Human arm, infrared image C013 / 7325
MODEL RELEASED. Human arm. Infrared image of the anterior surface of the right-hand arm of a 24-year-old man. Infrared lighting can be used to visualize subcutaneous structures

Human eye, infrared image C013 / 7321
MODEL RELEASED. Human eye, close-up infrared image. This is the right-hand eye of a 24-year-old man. Infrared lighting can be used to visualize subcutaneous structures

Leg muscles, artwork C013 / 4429
Leg muscles. Computer artwork of the bones and outer muscles of the left leg, seen from the front (anterior view) at an oblique angle looking downwards

Keratinocyte skin cells, SEM C013 / 4781
Keratinocyte skin cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of human keratinocyte skin cells. These epithelial cells produce keratin in the skins outermost layers

Keratinocyte skin cells, SEM C013 / 4780
Keratinocyte skin cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of human keratinocyte skin cells. These epithelial cells produce keratin in the skins outermost layers

Skeleton dancing. Computer artwork of a dancing womans skeleton and musculature. The bones of the skeleton provide a structural framework and protect the internal organs

Head muscles
Head musculature. Historical artwork of the facial and other head muscles (red) on a human skull. The temporal muscle is shown in the lower frame

Sticking plaster on a finger
MODEL RELEASED. Sticking plaster on a finger

Foot nerves. Historical anatomical artwork of the nerves (white) of the sole of a human foot. Also shown are muscles (red), and ligaments, tendons and other connective tissues (grey)

Leg nerves. Historical anatomical artwork of the nerves (white) of the rear of a human lower leg. At left, the superficial (surface) nerves are seen and at right the deep nerves and muscles (red)

Torso nerves. Historical anatomical artwork of the nerves (white) of parts of a human torso. At lower frame, a side view of the abdomen (front of body at left) shows muscles (red)

Arm nerves. Historical anatomical artwork of the nerves (white) of the front (palm side) of a human forearm. At left, the superficial (surface) nerves are shown

Foot bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of foot bones (yellow) and ligaments (pale blue). Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at their joints

Fungal infections, Artwork. Colonies of fungi on a petri dish with examples of fungal skin infections. In the background are fungal hyphae (filaments)

Human arteries, 19th Century illustration. Historical hand coloured lithographic print showing the arteries (red) and muscle structure (brown) of the human torso

Muscle anatomy, artwork
Muscle anatomy. Computer artwork of a cross-section through a skeletal muscle. Single muscle fibres (top right) are made up of many myofibrils surrounded by endomysium connective tissue (orange)

Leg anatomy, 19th Century illustration. Historical hand coloured lithographic print showing the superficial veins (blue) of the lower leg and feet

Heath & Heather
The largest retail herb warehouse in the world - Heath & Heather, St Albans, Hertfordshire, England, has a floor area of over 24, 000 superficial feet

Anatomy / Hands / 1867
Superficial and deep views of the palm of the hand

Tannhauser - Act One
Act one : Tannhauser, a guest of Venus, tires of the superficial delights of the Venusberg

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"Unveiling the Superficial: Exploring Art, Anatomy, and Society in Captivating Images" Step into a world where art meets anatomy, and society's superficiality is laid bare. From intricate 1825 artwork depicting head and chest arteries to mesmerizing illustrations of head and neck anatomy from 1831, these captivating visuals offer a glimpse into the intricacies of our bodies. Delve deeper as you explore face and neck muscles in an 1831 artwork or unravel the mysteries of cervical spinal nerves through a stunning 1844 illustration. These masterpieces not only showcase scientific knowledge but also highlight the artistic brilliance that brings them to life. But it's not just science that captivates us; society plays its part too. Witness a snapshot from an audience at a "coloured party, " transporting you back to another era when social gatherings were segregated yet filled with vibrancy. Marvel at architectural wonders created by T E Collcutt and Stanley Hamp, architects whose lithographs transport us to grand structures that stand tall even today. And don't miss out on fashion plates like "Elegant Woman with her doggie" from Galerie des Modes et Costumes - showcasing timeless elegance across generations. As we journey further, let your eyes wander over engravings displaying muscles of the chest and front arm while black-and-white photographs take you back in time to Cape Town's Feather Market - capturing moments frozen forever. Dive deep into anatomical engravings revealing the intricate network of lymphatics and glands on our heads, faces, and necks. Finally, witness post-mortem inner arm dissections providing insights into human anatomy beyond what meets the eye. In this collection spanning centuries past, we uncover both beauty and complexity - reminding us that beneath every superficial layer lies stories waiting to be discovered.