De Humani Corporis Fabrica
Publishes De Humani Corporis Fabrica in Basel.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Andreas Vesalius Biography and Timeline
Follow Andreas Vesalius through 10 dated historical records for Belgium.
Andreas Vesalius, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1543–1543Years on this page
1543
De Humani Corporis Fabrica
Publishes a detailed anatomical atlas based on human dissection.
Epitome Published
Publishes an illustrated Epitome alongside the larger Fabrica.
Fabrica Published
The anatomical atlas is based heavily on direct human dissection.
Galenic Errors Corrected
Uses direct observation to reshape the study of human anatomy.
Modern Human Anatomy
Corrects longstanding anatomical errors through direct observation of the body.
Modern Human Anatomy
Corrects numerous anatomical errors inherited from Galenic tradition.
Vesalius Student Epitome
The shorter work provides students with an accessible anatomical guide.
Imperial Court Physician
Enters the service of Emperor Charles V as a court physician.
Role range: 1543-1556
Service to Charles V
His anatomical reputation brings him into Habsburg court service.
Role range: 1543-1556
Records, sources and methodology
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