Involuntary Collection

Heart muscle, confocal light micrograph
Heart muscle. Confocal light micrograph of a section through cardiac (heart) muscle. Cardiac muscle consists of branching elongated muscle cells

Opening a safe by mind reading (via involuntary muscle movement) Date: 1900

An involuntary ascent (colour litho)
2779228 An involuntary ascent (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An involuntary ascent. A dramatic rescue 300 metres above the ground)

X-Ray - Voluntary and Involuntary Muscular Fibres. Part of Box 165 Boswell Collection - X-Rays. Date: circa 1900

Fantastic Adventures - The involuntary immortals
Cover of Fantastic Adventures, December 1949, featuring the story The involuntary immortals by Rog Phillips. A scientist is standing in a laboratory in front of a tube filled with a golden liquid

Drawings Prints, Print, Ballad, Involuntary, Voluntary, Fall, Ballade, vom, unfreiwilligen
Drawings and Prints, Print, Ballad of the Involuntary and Voluntary Fall (Ballade vom unfreiwilligen und vom freiwilligen Sturz), Artist, Publisher, Moriz Jung, Wiener Werkstatte

Cartoon of surprised mother struggling to pull baby with strong grip from cot bars, showing involuntary grasp reflex in newborn babies

Involuntary movement. Descartes idea of how impulses from limbs reach the brain. He believed all nerves to be hollow. From Rene Descartes Opera Philosophica, 1692. Woodcut

Smooth muscle of gut wall, TEM
Smooth muscle of gut wall. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the outermost wall of the intestine

Artwork of Tourette syndrome sufferer speaking
Tourette syndrome. Artwork representation of a Tourette syndrome sufferer shocking and puzzling another figure as he speaks

Blood vessels from cardiac muscle, SEM
Blood vessels from cardiac muscle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a resin cast of blood vessels from cardiac muscle

Knee reflex test
MODEL RELEASED. Knee reflex test. Physiotherapist using a testing mallet to perform a knee reflex test on a young child. The mallet is used to gently tap a specific area just below the childs knee

Urinary incontinence, conceptual artwork
Urinary incontinence, conceptual computer artwork

Exorcist Expels Demon
An exorcist (Jesus) successfully drives a demon from the body of its victim - you can see the nasty creature taking flight as it emerges from its involuntary host

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"Involuntary: Unveiling the Inner Workings of the Heart Muscle" This captivating confocal light micrograph takes us on a mesmerizing journey into the intricate world movements within our heart muscle. Just like opening a safe, these hidden processes unlock the secrets behind an involuntary ascent towards life's wonders. In this vivid color litho, we witness an X-ray revealing both voluntary and involuntary muscular fibers, and is through this delicate balance that our bodies perform extraordinary feats, showcasing their resilience and adaptability. Step into the realm of "The Involuntary Immortals" as depicted in Fantastic Adventures. This thought-provoking artwork explores the enigmatic concept of immortality beyond one's control—a ballad echoing with echoes of both voluntary and involuntary forces shaping our destinies. Delving deeper into artistic expressions, drawings prints capture the essence of "involuntary" moments—falling under its spell or being swept away by its power. These evocative images evoke emotions ranging from vulnerability to liberation, reminding us that sometimes surrendering to fate can lead to unexpected beauty. A whimsical cartoon depicts a surprised mother struggling against her newborn baby's strong grip on cot bars—an endearing portrayal of newborns' innate reflexes at play. The innocence captured here showcases how even in their earliest days, humans exhibit fascinating examples actions shaping their development. Descartes' groundbreaking idea comes alive through depictions illustrating how impulses from limbs reach our brain—an exploration into understanding involuntary movement at its core. His philosophical musings continue to inspire scientific discoveries today. Peering through a TEM microscope reveals smooth muscles lining the gut wall—a testament to nature's flawless design where countless involuntarily orchestrated contractions ensure digestion runs smoothly day after day. An awe-inspiring artwork portrays a Tourette syndrome sufferer speaking—capturing both society's misunderstanding and appreciation for individuals navigating life with uncontrollable tics.