Stories
- In pictures
Face to face with acne
Vivid depictions of 19th-century acne patients in dermatologists’ “skin atlases” leave a contemporary acne sufferer wondering if their experiences were similar to hers.
- Article
Mapping the body
These intricate anatomical drawings show how Ayurveda practitioners have explored the human body and how it works.
- Article
Plant portraits
The beautiful and mysterious illustrations in medieval herbals convey a wealth of knowledge about the plants they portray.
- Article
Printing the body
The 18th century saw multiple technical developments in both printing and medicine. Colourful collaborations ensued – to the benefit of growing ranks of medical students.
Catalogue
- Books
Medical illustration, ancient and medieval / Loren C. MacKinney.
MacKinney, Loren C.Date: 1949- Journals
Medical & biological illustration.
- Archives and manuscripts
Medical illustrations
Date: 1917-1956Reference: PP/HUN/F/10Part of: Hunter, Donald (1898-1977)- Books
- Online
Medical illustrations in medieval manuscripts / by Loren MacKinney.
MacKinney, Loren C. (Loren Carey), 1891-1963Date: 1965- Books
Medical illustrations in medieval manuscripts / by Loren MacKinney.
MacKinney, Loren C. (Loren Carey), 1891-1963Date: 1965