THE MORPHOLOGY OF FISH
The digestion system
2017
THE MORPHOLOGY OF FISH
The respiratory system
2016
THE EXPLORATION OF THE DIGESTION SYSTEM
OF A COW
2017
In this series, den Elzen uses the four stomach compartments of a cattle; the rumen, reticulum, omasum and the abomasum. Each of the stomach compartments has a specific function in the digestive process and therefore they have different shapes and textures.
The reticulum is, for example, lined with ridges that form a honeycomb-like structure, which can capture and retain dense particles of feed or indigestible objects. And the omasum is characterized by the large number of leaf-like folds, which provide a bigger surface for fluid absorption. In nature, the form is always determined by its function, and this honesty of form, these structures determined by biological processes and necessities, is an inexhaustible source of inspiration to her.
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A CONTINUATION OF A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF DOMESTICATED ANIMAL STOMACH
2015
THE EXPLORATION OF THE
EQUINE DIGESTION SYSTEM
2014
With her work The Equine Digestive System, Mandy den Elzen continues her extensive research into the process of making leather from animal organs. In this project, she is focusing her examination on the anatomy of a horse, preserving and classifying its organs. A series of tests provides insight into the possibility of using a larger part of the horse for leather-making. By expanding the number of animal parts which can be tanned and used for leather, a better use is made of available resources.