Anatomical Study — Neck, Arm & Leg Muscles (early 20th century) — Reijer Stolk
Tendon, fibre, form. This meticulous study maps the architecture of the human body with studio precision—striated muscle, clean contours, and measured shading that turns anatomy into design. Clinical and beautiful, it’s the kind of plate that elevates a workspace or reading room with quiet intelligence.
Why it captivates
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Art meets science — elegant, didactic drawing with gallery-worthy poise.
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Clarity of structure — neck, arm, and leg groups rendered for easy reading.
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Timeless monochrome — line, tone, and negative space that suit any interior.
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Educational showpiece — perfect for studios, clinics, libraries, and classrooms.
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Craft pedigree — in the spirit of early-20th-century European draftsmanship.
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Statement artwork — intelligent focal point without visual noise.
What you’ll see
Three focused views:
• Neck — major surface groups and tendinous insertions articulated with soft cross-hatching.
• Arm — deltoid cap, upper-arm flexors/extensors, and forearm masses described with confident contour.
• Leg — thigh and calf groups (quadriceps, hamstring region, gastrocnemius/soleus) shown in balanced proportion.
Up close: hairline strokes and measured tonal steps. From a step back: a calm, architectural diagram of the body in motion.
A richer historical frame
Dutch printmaker Reijer Stolk worked in the early 20th century, when atelier training and medical illustration overlapped in a shared language of exact line and lucid shadow. Plates like this served both study and display—bridging the life room, the clinic, and the library with beautifully disciplined draftsmanship.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
672 × 841 mm (approx. 26.46 × 33.11 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~0.799 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A0 portrait (841 × 1189 mm) with a custom mat
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Framing tips:
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Classic: cut the mat window to ~668 × 837 mm for a clean 2–3 mm edge overlap.
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Contemporary: float-mount within an A0 frame for a generous gallery reveal.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Anatomical Study — Neck, Arm & Leg Muscles |
| Artist | Reijer Stolk |
| Period | Early 20th century (studio/teaching plate) |
| Historical Context | Atelier drawing and medical illustration in a shared draftsmanship tradition |
| Print Size | 672 mm (W) × 841 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Artists & designers building reference-rich studios
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Clinicians & educators wanting elegant didactic decor
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Collectors & stylists curating intelligent, modern interiors
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Gift-givers celebrating graduations and new practices
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then hand-checked and packed so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Bring disciplined beauty to your space—order your fine-art print of the Anatomical Study — Neck, Arm & Leg Muscles today.
