Sinews Collection

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)

Pushing Weights with Two Arms Number 2, 1913 (oil on canvas)
PNH354125 Pushing Weights with Two Arms Number 2, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Jansson, Eugene (1862-1915); 238.2x198 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries

Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 3, 1914 (oil on canvas)
PNH354122 Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 3, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Jansson, Eugene (1862-1915); 238.1x198.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries

Chukchi man in armour made of wood and bone
Chukchi man in armour made of wood, whale bone, iron hoops and seal sinews covered with leather. (Chukotka region, Russia). HIs wife and son beside him

Anatomical Study of a Hand (pencil on paper)
XOT361269 Anatomical Study of a Hand (pencil on paper) by Bandinelli, Clemente (1534-1555); Gabinetto dei Disegni e Stampe, Galleria Degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

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 the muscle fibres, tendons and trachea of a fly (wax)
BEN360186 Model of the muscle fibres, tendons and trachea of a fly (wax) by Susini, Clemente (1754-1814); Museo della Specola, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Fibre muscolari)

Shakespeare, King Henry IV, Part I, Act II, Scene 3 (chromolitho)
5213824 Shakespeare, King Henry IV, Part I, Act II, Scene 3 (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Henry IV, Part I, Act II, Scene 3)

Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 1, 1911 (oil on canvas)
PNH354124 Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 1, 1911 (oil on canvas) by Jansson, Eugene (1862-1915); 205x118 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; Swedish

Lifting Weights with One Arm Number 2, 1914 (oil on canvas)
PNH354126 Lifting Weights with One Arm Number 2, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Jansson, Eugene (1862-1915); 238.5x199 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; Swedish

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)

Anatomical model of an old mans head (wax)
BEN360192 Anatomical model of an old mans head (wax) by Zumbo, Gaetano (1656-1701); Museo della Specola, Florence, Italy; (add.info)

Back Of The Male Human Body Showing Muscles Sinews And Bones From The Vessels Of The Human Body Edited By Jones Quain And William Wilson Published London By Taylor And Watson 1837

Head And Shoulders Of The Male Human Body Showing Muscles Sinews And Bones From The Vessels Of The Human Body Edited By Jones Quain And William Wilson Published London By Taylor And Watson 1837

Human thorax, shoulder girdle, and pelvis posterior view

Human foot, internal anatomy

Mechanical crossbow on stand (euthytonon) attributed to Philo of Byzantium (active 150-100 BC). When arms CC wound back against skeins or sinews, the ends of ropes

Removing sinews from calfs liver

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"Exploring the Intricate Sinews of Human Anatomy: From Wax Models to Oil Paintings" Delving into the depths of human anatomy, artists and scientists have long been fascinated by the sinews that hold our bodies together. In a chilling display, a model of a man with his throat cut in wax captures both the fragility and resilience of these vital structures. Moving from tragedy to strength, oil paintings such as "Pushing Weights with Two Arms Number 2" and "Pushing Weights with Two Arms Number 3" showcase the power and determination required to manipulate these sinews for physical prowess. Taking us beyond traditional art forms, we encounter a Chukchi man adorned in armor made from wood and bone. This unique representation highlights how different cultures harness their own understanding of sinewy strength. Returning to more intimate studies, an anatomical drawing titled "Anatomical Study of a Hand" reveals intricate details that often go unnoticed. The delicate balance between muscle fibers, tendons, and trachea is meticulously captured on paper. Once again turning to wax models, we are confronted by a skinless man - an eerie reminder that beneath our exterior lies this complex network upon which our very existence depends. Zooming out from human scale to explore nature's wonders, we encounter another wax model showcasing muscle fibers, tendons, and even the trachea - but this time belonging to none other than a fly. A testament to nature's ingenuity in creating efficient systems even on such small scales. Shakespeare himself recognized the significance of sinewy strength when he penned King Henry IV's words: "I am not only witty in myself but also. . sinewed with valour. " These words resonate through time as they capture both mental fortitude and physical might.