Human Beings Collection

Diagram of inner ear showing auditory canal, eardrum, semicircular canals, cochlea, cochlea nerve, eustachian tube

Taste map of a human tongue, light green area sensitive to bitter taste, yellow areas sensitive to sour taste, blue areas sensitive to salt taste, purple area sensitive to sweet taste

Diagram of human lungs showing blood supply

Diagram showing bones, veins and arteries in a human arm and hand

Diagram showing bloodstream inside a vein, red, white blood cells, platelet

Perspective
Arlen Keshishian

Diagram of nasal passages overlaid on a human head

Grouse-Driving Extraordinary (engraving)
1044383 Grouse-Driving Extraordinary (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grouse-Driving Extraordinary)

Vampire Bats feeding off sleeping humans, c. 1890 (engraving)
2630744 Vampire Bats feeding off sleeping humans, c.1890 (engraving) by Vuillier, Gaston (1847-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vampire bats are bats whose food source is blood)

The Nordenskjold Greenland Expedition (engraving)
1044550 The Nordenskjold Greenland Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nordenskjold Greenland Expedition)

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ETHIOPIA, Lower Omo valley, Tumi, Dombo village, Hamer lady stiring cows blood ready for drinking

Diagram showing human liver, stomach, gallbladder and pancreas

Woman standing, body facing forward head turned to one side, illustration overlay showing skeleton and inner organs

Anterior cross section of spinal column revealing how vertebra fits round spinal cord

Lateral cross section through the skull showing the brain with intermediate layers (meninges) highlighted

Diagram of nasal passages

Diagram showing inside of mouth and salivary glands

Diagram showing the interaction between female sexual organs and the brain, on one side, the normal reproductive cycle, and on the other, the effect of the contraceptive pill

Man balancing on one foot, kneeling, other foot stretched out, hand behind back, other hand touching outstretched leg, illustration of his muscles and skeleton overlaid on body

Human bone, cross section diagram of Femur showing osteon, veins, marrow

Blood flow diagram

Cross section of human heart and, bottom left, coronary system with aorta, coronary arteries, coronary vein and blood vessels

Woman sitting on the floor supported by a hand, one leg resting up on her other knee, illustration overlay showing skeleton and nervous system

Diagram of upper and lower teeth of a baby

Solitary female pedestrian walks through snow covered English winter landscape along country lane bordered by tall
HAR-130 Solitary female pedestrian walks through snow covered English winter landscape along country lane bordered by tall hedges and overhanging trees toward more open sunlit countryside Devon

Cross section of human stomach

Woman sat with leg outstretched to one side, other leg folded in, arm behind head, skeleton, lymphatic system illustration overlay

Cross section of human eye

Cross section of eye ball, laser ray entering through pupil, directed at eye nerves

Human arm showing structure of muscles, triceps contracted to straighten arm

Diagram showing bones inside human leg, leaping forward

A monkey, print maker: Quirin Boel, David Teniers II, 1635 - 1690

Title print of a series of six prints in which various human activities are represented by monkeys, Copies of prints by Quirin Boel, Quirin Boel, Dating 1635 - 1724

Two monkeys smoking pipe, Quirin Boel, David Teniers (II), unknown, 1635 - 1690

Two monkeys cards, Quirin Boel, David Teniers (II), Anonymous, 1635 - 1724

Couple with Death, print maker: Monogrammist AC, print maker: Allaert Claesz. possibly, Tobias Stimmer possibly, 1562

Two monkeys making music, Quirin Boel, David Teniers (II), unknown, 1635 - 1690

The Nordenskjold Greenland Expedition, 1883: 1
THE NORDENSKJOLD GREENLAND EXPEDITION, 1883: 1. The " Sophia, " Nordenskjolds Exploring Vessel. 2. View of the Inland Ice in Greenland with Intermittent Hot Spring

Ring-tailed Lemur (Lemur catta) on branch, reaching down for piece of food offered

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Human beings are marvels of intricate design and complexity. From the diagram of the inner ear, we can observe the auditory canal, eardrum, semicircular canals, cochlea, cochlear nerve, and eustachian tube working harmoniously to capture and process sound waves. Our ability to hear allows us to appreciate music's beauty or engage in meaningful conversations. Moving on to taste, a map of the human tongue reveals different areas sensitive to various tastes. The light green area detects bitterness while yellow areas perceive sourness. Blue regions sense saltiness, and a purple area delights in sweetness, and is through this remarkable system that we experience the diverse flavors that enrich our lives. The diagram illustrating blood supply within human lungs showcases their vital role in oxygenating our bodies. Every breath fuels our existence as oxygen enters our bloodstream through delicate capillaries nourishing every cell with life-sustaining energy. Our limbs too deserve admiration as depicted by a diagram showcasing bones, veins, and arteries within an arm and hand. These structures enable us to perform intricate tasks like writing or creating art while also providing support for everyday activities. The bloodstream itself is a fascinating network captured in another illustration; it carries red and white blood cells along with platelets throughout our bodies ensuring healing processes occur efficiently when needed. Even something as mundane as nasal passages becomes intriguing when overlaid on a human head - reminding us how intricately connected each part of our body truly is. Perspective takes center stage when considering engravings such as "Grouse-Driving Extraordinary" or "Vampire Bats feeding off sleeping humans. " They serve as reminders of humanity's impact on nature but also highlight moments where we coexist with other species sharing this planet. Lastly, let's not forget explorations like "The Nordenskjold Greenland Expedition, " which exemplify humankind's insatiable curiosity about the world around us - always seeking to expand our knowledge and push the boundaries of what is known.