Folded Hands Collection

Anton Faistauer with folded hands, 1909 (crayon & pencil on paper)
992648 Anton Faistauer with folded hands, 1909 (crayon & pencil on paper) by Schiele, Egon (1890-1918); 31.4x30.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Catherine
LLM338525 Catherine by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catherine. Paynes Universum (1847).); © Look and Learn

Peasant woman from Nuenen, 1885 (oil on canvas laid down on panel)
CH34925 Peasant woman from Nuenen, 1885 (oil on canvas laid down on panel) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); 46x27 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Portrait of a Woman from Southern Germany, c. 1520-25 (oil on panel)
5672014 Portrait of a Woman from Southern Germany, c.1520-25 (oil on panel) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (follower of); 45x34 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

Portrait of a Young Woman, c. 1540-45 (oil and gold on oak)
5667208 Portrait of a Young Woman, c.1540-45 (oil and gold on oak) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (attr. to); 28.3 x 23.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; German

Virgin Virgin Mary figure crowned folded hands
The Virgin, Virgin Mary figure, crowned, with folded hands to the right. anonymous, Zuid-Duitsland, c. 1500, panel, oil paint (paint), h 18.3 cm × w 13.5 cm h 28.6 cm × w 24.3 cm × d 4 cm

Mary Magdalene Breast arms young woman Folded hands
Mary Magdalene, Breast and arms of a young woman. Folded hands on an open book, Lourens Alma Tadema, 1846 - 1854, paper, panel, oil paint (paint), painting, h 37 cm × w 45 cm × d 1.4 cm

Madonna Marias half-figure folded hands looking
Madonna, Madonna. Marias half-figure, with folded hands, looking to the right. After an original by Guido Reni, Mater Dolorosa, Willem Paulet (rejected attribution), 1674, cardboard, tin (metal)

temptation St Anthony St. Anthony cave kneeling Anthony prays
The temptation of St Anthony, The temptation of St. Anthony. In a cave, the kneeling Anthony prays with folded hands for an open book that rests on a skull

Piety Piety Godliness group praying people Maria altar
Piety Piety, Godliness. A group of praying people at a Maria altar along a road in a forest. In the middle an old woman kneeling with a rosary in the folded hands

Sitting woman folded hands Pieter van Loon 1811
Sitting woman with folded hands, Pieter van Loon, 1811 - 1873, paper, pencil, brush, h 300 mm × w 240 mm

Two putti helmeted coat arms image three birds
Two putti with a helmeted coat of arms, Two putti with a helmeted coat of arms with the image of three birds. To the right, a putto kneels with folded hands in front of the shield

Raising Lazarus Christ stands folded hands grave
Raising Lazarus, Christ stands with folded hands at the grave of the dead Lazarus and orders him to come back to life (John 11: 43-44). On the left, spectators are shocked

Penitent Mary Magdalene Mary Magdalene folded hands
Penitent Mary Magdalene, Mary Magdalene with folded hands in a landscape. A putto carries her ointment jar. This print is part of an album, the penitent St

Praying HAśjAś no Tokimasa Nobleman HAśjAś no Tokimasa
Praying Hojo no Tokimasa, Nobleman Hojo no Tokimasa (1135-1215) on a terrace by the sea, praying with folded hands. He is wearing a green kimono and a black high court hat (eboshi). With two poems

Saint Francis Saints series title Saint Francis
Saint Francis Saints (series title), Saint Francis, retired to the forest as a hermit. He kneels with folded hands for a crucifix

Seated Male Figure Folded Hands ca 1895 Black chalk
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Portrait of Charles Dickens (1812-1870) 1855 (oil on canvas)
XCF267452 Portrait of Charles Dickens (1812-1870) 1855 (oil on canvas) by Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858); 94.3x62.9 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: English novelist; ); Dutch

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"Folded Hands: A Gesture of Reverence and Devotion" In art, they have long been used as a powerful symbol of reverence, devotion, and piety. From the delicate crayon and pencil rendering by Anton Faistauer in 1909 to the vibrant oil on canvas portrayal of Catherine, these artworks capture the essence of this timeless gesture. One cannot help but be moved by the peasant woman from Nuenen in Vincent van Gogh's masterpiece. Her folded hands convey a sense of humility and strength amidst her daily struggles. Similarly, the portrait of a woman from Southern Germany painted centuries ago showcases her serene countenance with folded hands - an expression that transcends time. The religious connotations associated with they can evident in various depictions throughout history. The Virgin Mary figure crowned with folded hands exudes grace and serenity. Mary Magdalene's breast arms young woman also adopts this pose, reflecting her deep spiritual connection. Not limited to Christian iconography alone, even St. Anthony sought solace through prayer with his kneeling figure inside a cave. His temptation was overcome through his devoutly folded hands seeking divine intervention. Piety finds its place within group settings too; Godliness is depicted through praying people gathered around an altar dedicated to Maria. Their collective act exemplifies unity and faithfulness. Beyond religious contexts, artists have captured everyday moments where individuals find solace or contemplate life's mysteries while sitting quietly with their folded hands held close together. Pieter van Loon's portrayal in 1811 beautifully captures such introspection. Finally, two putti adorned with helmets embrace each other tightly while holding coat arms aloft - their image completed by three birds perched nearby - showcasing how even mythical beings can express tenderness through this simple gesture. Whether portrayed as an act of worship or personal reflection, these diverse representations remind us that folding our own hands can bring about inner peace and connect us to something greater than ourselves.