Anatomische les van Nicolaes Tulp 1828 - 1849

"Anatomische les van Nicolaes Tulp", a lithograph by Hermanus Johannes van den Hout, is a detailed and somber depiction of a public anatomical dissection led by renowned Dutch anatomist Nicolaes Tulp. The lithograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the solemnity and gravity of the event, showcasing Tulp and his students in a darkened room, illuminated by the light of a single window. This artwork serves as a visual document of the history of anatomy and scientific inquiry in the Netherlands. The work, created between 1828 and 1849, is a testament to van den Hout's ability to capture the nuanced details and dramatic lighting of the original painting by Rembrandt.