Anatomical Study of the Peritoneum and Umbilical Vessels

This black-and-white anatomical engraving shows the lower torso of a male figure with the abdominal wall opened to reveal internal structures. A central vertical vessel, identified as the umbilical vein, bisects the abdominal cavity, surrounded by a complex network of branching vessels and the omentum. To the left of the main figure, a single isolated tubular structure is presented as Figure II, while the rest of the drawing is labeled with letters corresponding to a Latin key provided in the lower section of the page.

This image reflects the advancements in empirical anatomical study during the early modern period, prioritizing detailed clinical observation over traditional Galenic models. It serves as a visual record of 17th-century medical education and the systematic exploration of human physiology.