The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp: How Our Muscles Work

The video explores Rembrandt's 1632 painting 'The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp', focusing on its characters, symbolism, and the anatomy lesson it depicts. Dr. Tulp, the central figure, is shown teaching anatomy using the body of an executed criminal, Aris Kint. The painting highlights Tulp's alignment with the tradition of Vesalius, the father of modern anatomy, and the Dutch struggle for independence from Catholic Spain. The video explains the anatomy of the hand, emphasizing the flexor digitorum muscle, and concludes with a call to action for viewers to learn more about art history and anatomy.

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