Manuscript of Drawings of the Arteries

Title: Manuscript of Drawings of the Arteries
Description: This manuscript was created by the decorated Scottish surgeon and anatomist, Sir Charles Bell. Bell published a number of medical texts in his lifetime, and was known for his intricate and beautifully crafted illustrations. Engravings of the Arteries, as it was originally titled, contains detailed anatomical drawings with labels and short explanations. It is part of a three book series by Bell, which also includes the books Engravings of the Brain and Engravings of the Nerves. This facsimile has been reproduced with color illustrations. Included is a booklet containing biographical context as well as further information on the watercolor plates shown in the manuscript.
Creator: Bell, Charles, Sir, 1774-1842
Date: 1803 [original text published]; 1971 [facsimile published]
Format: 20.3cm x 27.3cm x 1.9cm
Publisher: Medicina Rara (New York)
Type: Book with booklet
Original Format: Book
Tag: 19th-century physicians; 19th-century texts; Facsimiles; Scottish physicians