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Evelyn Tables

The Evelyn Tables (pronunciation: /ˈɛvəlɪn/ /ˈteɪbəlz/) are a set of anatomical tables that were created in the 17th century. They are named after John Evelyn, a British diarist and scholar who commissioned them.

Etymology

The term "Evelyn Tables" is derived from the name of John Evelyn, who commissioned the creation of these tables. The word "tables" in this context refers to the large, flat surfaces on which the anatomical illustrations were drawn.

Description

The Evelyn Tables are a set of four anatomical tables that depict the human nervous system, circulatory system, and muscular system. They were created by Italian anatomist Paolo Mascagni and were commissioned by John Evelyn in the late 17th century. The tables are made of wood and are covered with a layer of varnish to protect the illustrations. They are currently housed in the Royal College of Physicians in London.

Related Terms

  • John Evelyn: A British diarist and scholar who commissioned the Evelyn Tables.
  • Paolo Mascagni: An Italian anatomist who created the Evelyn Tables.
  • Anatomy: The study of the structure of organisms and their parts.
  • Nervous system: The complex network of nerves and cells that transmit signals between different parts of the body.
  • Circulatory system: The system that circulates blood and lymph through the body.
  • Muscular system: The system that allows the body to move, maintain posture, and circulate blood throughout the body.
  • Royal College of Physicians: A British professional body dedicated to improving the practice of medicine, chiefly through the accreditation of physicians by examination.

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