Arms Folded Collection (#4)

Mrs. Gronland, 1813. Creator: Conrad Christian Bohndel
Mrs. Gronland, 1813

The Holy Family, 1515-1615. Creators: Workshop of Joos van Cleve, Unknown
The Holy Family, 1515-1615

Unidentified standing figures: woman, her folded arms leaning on back of chair... 1890. Creator: J. N. Wilson
Unidentified standing figures: woman, her folded arms leaning on back of chair, and young man, probably her son, left hand on book, 1890

Bertha Henry, c1880-c1889. Creator: Unknown
Bertha Henry, c1880-c1889. Additional title: Studio portrait of Bertha Henry

Miss Ginny and Polly, (oil on canvas)
985295 Miss Ginny and Polly, (oil on canvas) by Emmett, Lydia Field (1866-1952); 127x102.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Ginny and Polly. Lydia Field Emmett (1866-1952). Oil on canvas

The Judas Kiss, 1911 (oil on canvas)
471405 The Judas Kiss, 1911 (oil on canvas) by Smits, Jacobs (1856-1928); 81x111 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Portrait of Maria Jozefa Pavot (oil on canvas)
490132 Portrait of Maria Jozefa Pavot (oil on canvas) by Odevaere, Joseph Denis (1778-1830); 80x63.1 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges

Porter, General Horace, U. S. A. between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Porter, General Horace, U.S.A. between 1870 and 1880

De Arreago, W. S. ca. 1860-1865. Creator: Unknown
De Arreago, W.S. ca. 1860-1865

Flower Seller, (coloured chalks and pencil)
991050 Flower Seller, (coloured chalks and pencil) by Icart, Louis (1888-1950); 50x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flower Seller. Louis Icart (1888-1950). Coloured chalks and pencil

Portrait of Charles Haselwood Shannon (1863-1937), 1896 (coloured chalks on grey paper)
1199552 Portrait of Charles Haselwood Shannon (1863-1937), 1896 (coloured chalks on grey paper) by Rothenstein, William (1872-1945); 35.5x28.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Green Feather and Green Gloves, (oil on canvas)
657278 Green Feather and Green Gloves, (oil on canvas) by Gabain, Ethel (1883-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Green Feather and Green Gloves. Ethel Gabain (1883-1950). Oil on canvas

Seated Nude Girl, 1926 (oil on canvas)
657259 Seated Nude Girl, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Meninsky, Bernard (1891-1950); 71x56 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seated Nude Girl. Bernard Meninsky (1891-1950). Oil on canvas

Bise d autume, c. 1920 (oil on canvas)
3504108 Bise d autume, c.1920 (oil on canvas) by Marval, Jacqueline (1866-1932); Private Collection; Photo © Crane Kalman Gallery, London, UK

Man Standing with Folded Arms, n. d. Creator: Henry Stacy Marks
Man Standing with Folded Arms, n.d

The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI and a boy, n. d. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI and a boy, n.d

A Coster Woman, n. d. Creator: Philip William May
A Coster Woman, n.d

London Female Character, 1896. Creator: Philip William May
London Female Character, 1896

To the Electors, May 1898. Creator: Theophile Alexandre Steinlen
To the Electors, May 1898

Shabti of Henuttawy, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21 (about 1069-945 BCE)

Shabti, Overseer of Tchenetipet, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21 (1069 BCE-945 BCE)

Shabti of Padipepet, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti of Padipepet, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE)

Statue of Shebenhor, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Statue of Shebenhor, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE)

Shabti, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 30 (380 BCE-343 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 30 (380 BCE-343 BCE)

Shabti of Psamtek, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti of Psamtek, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE)

Shabti of Ankhefenkhonsu, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21 (about 1069-945 BCE)

Shabti of Tantowy, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21 (about 1069-945 BCE)

Shabti (Funerary Figurine) of Mayet, Egypt, Dynasty 19 (about 1295-1186 BCE)

Shabti of the Supreme Chief of the ?nr. t of Amun Nesikhonsu, Egypt
Shabti of the Supreme Chief of the ?nr.t of Amun Nesikhonsu, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21 (about 1069-945 BCE)

Shabti of the Singer of Amun Inhai, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 20 (about 1186-1069 BCE)

Shabti, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-19 (about 1550-1186 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-19 (about 1550-1186 BCE)

Shabti of Osiris, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-30 (664 BCE-343 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti of Osiris, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-30 (664 BCE-343 BCE)

Shabti of Tchenetipet, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21 (1069 BCE-945 BCE)

Miniature Handle Spout Vessel in Form of a Seated Man, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500
Miniature Handle Spout Vessel in Form of a Seated Man, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Stirrup Spout Vessel in the Form of a Seated Figure with Insects on Torso, 100 B. C. / A. D
Stirrup Spout Vessel in the Form of a Seated Figure with Insects on Torso, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Portrait of a Young Woman, 1863. Creator: Henri Alexandre Georges Regnault
Portrait of a Young Woman, 1863

Portrait of Balzac, modeled 1893 (cast 1926 / 33). Creator: Auguste Rodin
Portrait of Balzac, modeled 1893 (cast 1926/33)

Shabti (Funerary Figurine) of Nebseni, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1570 BCE)

Shabti, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21 (about 1069-945 BCE)

Shabti of Wahibreemakhet, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti of Wahibreemakhet, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE)

Shabti of Horu, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti of Horu, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE)

Portrait of General William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891), Before 1891. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of General William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891), Before 1891. In uniform

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), Between 1868 and 1878

Photographic portrait of a man wearing hat and gun holster, early 20th century
This gelatin silver print depicts a black and white image of a man wearing a hat and gun holster. The man is wearing a long sleeve shirt, pants and a scarf around his neck

Axenfeld, 1860. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Axenfeld, 1860

C. L. Drouet, Sculptor, 1859. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
C.L. Drouet, Sculptor, 1859

Mime van Osen, 1910 (w / c & charcoal on paper)
1196540 Mime van Osen, 1910 (w/c & charcoal on paper) by Schiele, Egon (1890-1918); 45x31.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Austrian, out of copyright

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"Arms Folded: A Glimpse into History and Expression" In this captivating collection of images, we explore the art of folding arms as a universal gesture that transcends time. From the disciplined stance of Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, lst Viscount Baden-Powell, an English soldier who embodied strength and leadership, to the confident pose of Charles Thurston Fogg-Elliot captured by Sir Leslie Matthew Ward in 1894. The wrestling scene depicted in "As You Like It" showcases the power dynamics at play, where folded arms symbolize determination and readiness for action. Meanwhile, Frederick Marriott's exquisite panel in gesso and mother-of-pearl transports us to a world of intricate craftsmanship. Thomas Graham's portrait from 1850 reveals a man with his arms crossed tightly against his chest – perhaps lost in deep contemplation or concealing emotions yet to be revealed. In contrast, the study for "A Parisian Cafe" captures a moment frozen in time; a man seated at a cafe table engrossed in reading his newspaper while casually folding his arms. Herbert Ponting's lens takes us on an expedition to Kanawa's public bath in 1910. Amongst steam-filled air and serene surroundings, individuals find solace with their folded arms resting upon ancient stone walls. Moving forward through history brings us face-to-face with Francis, Duke of Teck - regal and composed - exuding confidence even with crossed arms. JH Harris' portrayal of a witch doctor from Belgian Congo reminds us that this gesture can signify authority within different cultures. Fast-forwarding to more recent times introduces Commander Joe Blake overseeing the SS Great Britain project circa 1972 – commanding respect effortlessly through his assertive posture. Edith Evans addresses an Equity meeting held at Wyndhams Theatre on May 22nd, 1951; her folded arms conveying conviction as she passionately advocates for the rights of performers.