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Septima Musculorum Tabula (Anatomical drawing of musculature) Source: Andreae Vesalii Bruxellensis, scholae medicorum Patauinae professoris, De humani corporis fabrica libri septem - De humani corporis fabrica by Vesalius, Andreas, 1514-1564. Published by Ex officina Ioannis Oporini Date: 1543
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Anatomical Body Dissection Human Muscle Muscles Musculature Parts
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This anatomical drawing, titled "Septima Musculorum Tabula" or "Seventh Plate of the Muscles," is an exquisite illustration of the intricate musculature of the human body. It is taken from the groundbreaking work "De humani corporis fabrica libri septem" (Seven Books on the Fabric of the Human Body) by the renowned Flemish anatomist Andreas Vesalius. Published in 1543, this seminal text marked a turning point in the history of human anatomy, as it was the first comprehensive and accurate depiction of the human body based on actual dissection. Vesalius, who was a professor of anatomy at the University of Padua, meticulously studied and documented the complex network of muscles that enable human movement and function. This particular plate showcases the muscles of the right side of the body, from the neck down to the thigh. The intricate details of the muscles are rendered with remarkable precision, revealing the delicate interplay of form and function. The drawing is a testament to Vesalius' unwavering commitment to scientific accuracy and his innovative approach to anatomical illustration. The use of clear, detailed labels and the inclusion of both the underlying skeletal structure and the overlying muscles provide a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of the human body. This plate, along with the other six in the series, served as a foundational text for medical education for generations to come. The enduring influence of Vesalius' work can still be seen in modern anatomical texts and medical education today.
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