Embrace Collection (page 2)

Brunnhilde throws herself into Siegfrieds arms, illustration from
STC324259 Brunnhilde throws herself into Siegfrieds arms, illustration from Siegfried and the Twilight of the Gods, 1924 (colour litho) by Rackham

The Chaperon by Joyce Dennys
A young woman manages to steal a few moments with her sweetheart out of sight of her chaperon (whose Victorian bathing costume can be seen)

Where theres a will, theres a way: short man standing on a pile of books to kiss a much taller woman (colour litho)
5999970 Where theres a will, theres a way: short man standing on a pile of books to kiss a much taller woman (colour litho) by English School

The Musical Pair in the Hammock. Artist: American Stereoscopic Company
The Musical Pair in the Hammock. Stereoscopic card detail

Return of the Prodigal Son, 1636 (etching)
XJF416570 Return of the Prodigal Son, 1636 (etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Fulfilment (Stoclet Frieze) c. 1905-09 (tempera, w / c) (see 259350 for detail)
XAM65884 Fulfilment (Stoclet Frieze) c.1905-09 (tempera, w/c) (see 259350 for detail) by Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918); MAK (Austrian Museum of Applied Arts) Vienna, Austria; Austrian, out of copyright

An Old Man and a Boy, 1480s (oil on panel)
XIR60964 An Old Man and a Boy, 1480s (oil on panel) by Ghirlandaio, Domenico (Domenico Bigordi) (1449-94); 62.7x46.3 cm; Louvre, Paris

THE VISITATION. Illumination from a French Book of Hours, c1230

THE VISITATION. Illumination from a Gospel, early 11th century, Salzburg

Trysting Time is Kissing Time by Wilton Williams
Two 18th century lovers kiss on a balcony under a starry sky

The Reunion of the Soul and the Body, pl. 13, illustration from The Grave, A
XYC290782 The Reunion of the Soul and the Body, pl.13, illustration from The Grave, A, Poem by William Blake (1757-1827), engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), 1808 (etching) by Blake

Yvonne Mitchell and Diana Dors
as prisoner officer Macfarlane and Mary Hilton in Yield To The Night. The film was based on a book by Joan Henry

A scene from Yield to the Night (1956)
with Yvonne Mitchell as prisoner officer MacFarlane

Faith, Sunshine Sunrays Positivity Hope
Uma Gokhale

A Kiss Beneath the Floating Umbrellas
Miguel Bruzual

Bear Hug
Jerome S. Siegel

Seista
Nara Simhan

Beauty and the Beast
Karen MacKenzie

Besitos
Gigi Rosado

Abstract Earth Tone Couple
Little Dean

Home
Julia Leister

Hug In a Mug
Julia Leister

Home
Julia Leister

Together
Kieron Long

I am getting quite (h) attached to this place (colour litho)
8656742 I am getting quite (h) attached to this place (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Paolo Malatesta and Francesca da Rimini, 1905 (marble)
8683397 Paolo Malatesta and Francesca da Rimini, 1905 (marble) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); Musee Rodin, Paris, France; (add.info.: "Paolo Malatesta and Francesca da Rimini")

Here's a nice how d'ye do! (colour litho)
8656805 Here's a nice how d'ye do! (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Here's a nice how d'ye do! Girl throwing her arms around a boy)

The oath of love (colour litho)
8656727 The oath of love (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The oath of love. Couple kissing behind a parasol in a deckchair)

Peter Pan: The return of the children (colour litho)
8635656 Peter Pan: The return of the children (colour litho) by Barham, Sybil (1877-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: The return of the children. Scene from J M Barrie's Peter Pan)

Charity (chromolitho)
8635412 Charity (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charity, man and woman clinging to a rock in a storm)

Canoe-dling (colour litho)
8656683 Canoe-dling (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canoe-dling. Couple in a canoe at midnight. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266818 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266883 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266854 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Tom and Maggie Tulliver being run down by machinery from Dolcote Mill that has broken away in the flood
536965 Tom and Maggie Tulliver being run down by machinery from Dolcote Mill that has broken away in the flood, They die in a close embrace

Depiction of Bacteriology. 19th century (engraving)
672850 Depiction of Bacteriology. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

French postcard dated circa, 1900, showing two well dressed young girls
3665655 French postcard dated circa, 1900, showing two well dressed young girls by French Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: French postcard dated circa 1900)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266889 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266816 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266798 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266790 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Madame Aurelie)

Two bunnies in love flirting on a bench, 1904 (postcard)
PCT4270455 Two bunnies in love flirting on a bench, 1904 (postcard); (add.info.: Two bunnies in love flirting on a bench surrounded by a garland of blue flowers)

The embrace of Baldomero Espartero and General Rafael Maroto, 1839 (engraving)
5304924 The embrace of Baldomero Espartero and General Rafael Maroto, 1839 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the embrace of Baldomero Espartero)

Elsa and Lohengrin, Act III of Lohengrin, c.1910 ()
3434044 Elsa and Lohengrin, Act III of Lohengrin, c.1910 (; (add.info.: Opera. Coll. Part. Music. Opera. Elsa and Lohengrin)

Do you, within your little hour of Grace, The waving Cypress in your Arms enlace
3086261 Do you, within your little hour of Grace, The waving Cypress in your Arms enlace, Before the Mother back into her arms Fold, and dissolve you in a last embrace

Ataliba receiving the last embraces of his family conquest of Mexico
2910531 Ataliba receiving the last embraces of his family conquest of Mexico; (add.info.: 1890 Colour illustration of Ataliba receiving the last embraces of his family conquest of Mexico)

Swiss musical automaton, enamel and gold snuff box Geneva, c.1810
CH42983 Swiss musical automaton, enamel and gold snuff box Geneva, c.1810; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images

Ruth embracing her mother-in-law. Bible 2 Ruth 1.14. Wood engraving 1873
535934 Ruth embracing her mother-in-law. Bible 2 Ruth 1.14. Wood engraving 1873.; (add.info.: Ruth embracing her mother-in-law. Bible 2 Ruth 1.14. Wood engraving 1873.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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"Embrace: A Timeless Gesture of Love and Connection" In the world of art, the concept of "embrace" has been beautifully captured throughout history. From iconic paintings to mesmerizing sculptures, this simple yet profound act holds a universal significance that transcends time. One such depiction is seen in The Lavender Hill Mob UK quad artwork for the release of the film in 1951. In this captivating image, two figures are locked in an embrace, symbolizing trust and unity amidst chaos. The renowned works by Edvard Munch and Auguste Rodin also explore the theme of embrace. MUNCH: THE KISS (1895) portrays an intimate moment between lovers, while RODIN: THE KISS (1886) showcases a passionate embrace frozen in marble. Even beyond art's realm, famous personalities have embraced each other with love and tenderness. George Harrison and his young wife Patti Boyd's affectionate embrace from 1966 captures their deep connection amidst fame and fortune. Literature too has celebrated embraces as seen in Daphnis and Chloe by Gerard Francois Pascal Simon (1770-1837), where two young lovers find solace within each other's arms. Similarly, Twixt Love and Duty (1914) explores the conflict between duty-bound responsibilities versus embracing true love. Agnolo Bronzino's An Allegory with Venus and Cupid depicts a divine embrace that signifies eternal love itself. This masterpiece reminds us that embracing someone can be a sacred act filled with passion and devotion. The world of cinema witnessed unforgettable embraces when Elizabeth Taylor shared heartfelt moments with Richard Burton on-screen as well as off-screen during their tempestuous relationship. Artistic genius Edvard Munch further delves into intense emotions through his painting The Vampire II (1895-1900). Here, an alluring but dangerous embrace captivates viewers' attention, exploring themes of desire intertwined with vulnerability.