Colour artwork of nerve & blood supply of head

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Colour artwork of nerve & blood supply of head

Human Head. Computer-enhanced historical artwork of the right side of the human head, with its nerves and blood vessels. The face is at right with the red muscles of the mouth and eyes clearly visible. Blood vessels are red and nerves are white. The organs of the face have separate nerves leading from the brain, for example the optic nerve of the eye. Different areas of the skin covering the head are also supplied by different nerves. For example, the mandibular nerve supplies the lower mouth, chin and side of face. Drawing by the famous Italian anatomist Paolo Mascagni (1755-1815)

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Facial Nerve Mascagni Nerve Nerves Nervous System Blood Supply

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This colour artwork showcases the intricate nerve and blood supply of the human head. Created by renowned Italian anatomist Paolo Mascagni, this computer-enhanced historical piece provides a detailed representation of the right side of the head, highlighting its complex network of nerves and blood vessels. The vibrant red muscles surrounding the mouth and eyes immediately catch one's attention, emphasizing their crucial role in facial expressions. The crimson hue extends to depict the extensive web of blood vessels that nourish every part of this vital organ. What makes this artwork even more fascinating is how it reveals that each organ within our face has its own dedicated set of nerves originating from the brain. For instance, we can observe the optic nerve specifically serving our eyes' functions. Additionally, different areas on our skin covering the head receive distinct nerve supplies – an example being how the mandibular nerve caters to sensations in our lower mouth, chin, and side of face. Mascagni's meticulous attention to detail truly shines through as he masterfully captures both form and function in his illustration. This print serves as a testament to his expertise in anatomical studies while offering viewers a glimpse into one aspect of what makes us uniquely human – our remarkable nervous system intricately intertwined with an elaborate network for supplying life-giving blood throughout our heads.

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