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English anatomist and physician. Harvey demonstrating the circulation of the blood to King Charles I and the future King Charles II, using the heart of a dissected deer. Steel engraving, English, 1851, after a painting, 1848, by Robert Hannah
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English anatomist and physician. Harvey demonstrating the circulation of the blood to King Charles I and the future King Charles II, using the heart of a dissected deer. Steel engraving, English, 1851, after a painting, 1848, by Robert Hannah
WILLIAM HARVEY (1578-1657).
English anatomist and physician. Harvey demonstrating the circulation of the blood to King Charles I and the future King Charles II, using the heart of a dissected deer. Steel engraving, English, 1851, after a painting, 1848, by Robert Hannah
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1630s Anatomist Anatomy Biology Blood Charles I Charles Ii Circulatory System Deer Demonstration Dissection Doctor Hannah Harvey Heart Laboratory Medical Instrument Medicine Prince Research Robert Scientific Revolution Scientist Table William
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This print captures a significant moment in medical history, showcasing the renowned English anatomist and physician, William Harvey. In this scene, Harvey is seen demonstrating the revolutionary concept of blood circulation to King Charles I and the future King Charles II. Using the heart of a dissected deer as his visual aid, Harvey skillfully explains the intricacies of the circulatory system. The image portrays an intimate setting within a laboratory or study room where important scientific discoveries were often made during the Renaissance period. The doctor sits at a table surrounded by men who are engrossed in his demonstration. King Charles I and Prince Charles II sit attentively, fully engaged in learning about this groundbreaking research. The artist Robert Hannah beautifully captured this historic moment with meticulous detail in his painting from 1848, which was later transformed into a steel engraving in 1851. The composition showcases not only Harvey's expertise but also highlights the importance of collaboration between science and royalty during that time. This image serves as a reminder of how far we have come in our understanding of human anatomy and physiology thanks to pioneers like William Harvey. It symbolizes both scientific progress and royal patronage for knowledge-seeking endeavors during an era known for its remarkable advancements in medicine and biology.
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