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Handshake Collection (#7)

"Capturing Moments of Connection: A Glimpse into Handshakes Throughout History" Jockey Tommy Cullinan is congratulated after winning the 1930 Grand National

Background imageHandshake Collection: Visit of King Henry VII to Bath, 1497 AD (colour litho)

Visit of King Henry VII to Bath, 1497 AD (colour litho)
3643320 Visit of King Henry VII to Bath, 1497 AD (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of King Henry VII to Bath, 1497 AD)

Background imageHandshake Collection: King Edward VIIs visit to France. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)

King Edward VIIs visit to France. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796210 King Edward VIIs visit to France. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Faivre, Jules Abel (1867-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward VIIs visit to France)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Freres Alpins, Italian and French Alpine soldiers shake hands as comrades in

Freres Alpins, Italian and French Alpine soldiers shake hands as comrades in
700863 FrAres Alpins, Italian and French Alpine soldiers shake hands as comrades in arms and mountain skill (colour litho) by Tofani

Background imageHandshake Collection: Philip Augustus, King of France (chromolitho)

Philip Augustus, King of France (chromolitho)
2817144 Philip Augustus, King of France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip Augustus, King of France (1165-1223)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Arrival of the team in Tripoli under the command of the Duke of Abruzzi

Arrival of the team in Tripoli under the command of the Duke of Abruzzi, the Arab leaders receive... (colour litho)
2815605 Arrival of the team in Tripoli under the command of the Duke of Abruzzi, the Arab leaders receive... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageHandshake Collection: The award ceremony at the Antwerp Olympics (colour litho)

The award ceremony at the Antwerp Olympics (colour litho)
2808929 The award ceremony at the Antwerp Olympics (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The award ceremony at the Antwerp Olympics)

Background imageHandshake Collection: A democratic king in the midst of his people (colour litho)

A democratic king in the midst of his people (colour litho)
2808751 A democratic king in the midst of his people (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A democratic king in the midst of his people)

Background imageHandshake Collection: In the hour of the assault (colour litho)

In the hour of the assault (colour litho)
2808647 In the hour of the assault (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the time of the assault)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Meeting of Presidents Kruger and Steyn (colour litho)

Meeting of Presidents Kruger and Steyn (colour litho)
2807753 Meeting of Presidents Kruger and Steyn (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHandshake Collection: When Kimberley was relieved by French (litho)

When Kimberley was relieved by French (litho)
STC335841 When Kimberley was relieved by French (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major General John French (1852-1925), later Field Marshal

Background imageHandshake Collection: Customary Greeting in Germany, 1907 (colour litho)

Customary Greeting in Germany, 1907 (colour litho)
473012 Customary Greeting in Germany, 1907 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: German man and woman greeting each other with the phrase Guten Tag)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Shaking hands (photo)

Shaking hands (photo)
KW254721 Shaking hands (photo) by Portuguese School; Lisbon, Portugal; (add.info.: corner of Praca de Figueira and Rua do Amparo; ); out of copyright

Background imageHandshake Collection: The Reconciliation of the Montagues and the Capulets over the Dead Bodies of Romeo

The Reconciliation of the Montagues and the Capulets over the Dead Bodies of Romeo
CH249879 The Reconciliation of the Montagues and the Capulets over the Dead Bodies of Romeo and Juliet (oil on canvas) by Leighton

Background imageHandshake Collection: 'Well, Good-bye, Nurse!'(colour litho)

"Well, Good-bye, Nurse!"(colour litho)
972771 " Well, Good-bye, Nurse!" (colour litho) by Millar, Addison Thomas (1850-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Well, Good-bye, Nurse!")

Background imageHandshake Collection: Compromise with the South - Dedicated to the Chicago Convention, 1864 (wood engraving)

Compromise with the South - Dedicated to the Chicago Convention, 1864 (wood engraving)
1123830 Compromise with the South - Dedicated to the Chicago Convention, 1864 (wood engraving) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tombstone reads)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Shield of the Confederation of Argentina (colour litho)

Shield of the Confederation of Argentina (colour litho)
XJL211255 Shield of the Confederation of Argentina (colour litho) by Argentinian School, (19th Century); Private Collection; Argentinian, out of copyright

Background imageHandshake Collection: Only the baytrees will grow without cultivation

Only the baytrees will grow without cultivation
CHT184369 Only the baytrees will grow without cultivation, illustration for General Lallemand (1774-1839) at Champ d Asile, 1819, after Rullmann (litho) (b/w photo) by Motte

Background imageHandshake Collection: The Soldiers Farewell, The Parents Gift [Leaving for the Crimea] (oil on canvas

The Soldiers Farewell, The Parents Gift [Leaving for the Crimea] (oil on canvas
1766775 The Soldiers Farewell, The Parents Gift [Leaving for the Crimea] (oil on canvas) by Thomas, George Housman (1824-68) (follower of); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soldiers Farewell)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Illustration for Le Rire (litho)

Illustration for Le Rire (litho)
2786277 Illustration for Le Rire (litho) by Hermann-Paul, Rene George (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 31 March 1906.); © Look and Learn

Background imageHandshake Collection: Mrs, 1891 and 1887 (watercolour and pencil on paper)

Mrs, 1891 and 1887 (watercolour and pencil on paper)
822753 Mrs, 1891 and 1887 (watercolour and pencil on paper) by Henry, Edward Lamson (1841-1919); 49x39 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs. Lydig and her Daughter Greeting Their Guest)

Background imageHandshake Collection: President Emile Loubet of France receiving Paul Kruger, former President of Transvaal (colour litho)

President Emile Loubet of France receiving Paul Kruger, former President of Transvaal (colour litho)
3099191 President Emile Loubet of France receiving Paul Kruger, former President of Transvaal (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHandshake Collection: One Misty, Moisty Morning (colour litho)

One Misty, Moisty Morning (colour litho)
979656 One Misty, Moisty Morning (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: One Misty, Moisty Morning)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Peace negotiations between Russia and Japan to end the Russo-Japanese War at Portsmouth

Peace negotiations between Russia and Japan to end the Russo-Japanese War at Portsmouth, New Hampshire (colour litho)
3097532 Peace negotiations between Russia and Japan to end the Russo-Japanese War at Portsmouth, New Hampshire (colour litho) by French School

Background imageHandshake Collection: A young gentleman, clasping a hand from a cloud, 1588 (w / c on vellum)

A young gentleman, clasping a hand from a cloud, 1588 (w / c on vellum)
1163253 A young gentleman, clasping a hand from a cloud, 1588 (w/c on vellum) by Hilliard, Nicholas (1547-1619) (studio of); height: 6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Lets be friends! (colour litho)

Lets be friends! (colour litho)
3620932 Lets be friends! (colour litho) by Carrey, (fl.1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lets be friends! Hopes for peace between Moroccan tribesmen)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Centenary of the French Academy in Rome (colour litho)

Centenary of the French Academy in Rome (colour litho)
2795714 Centenary of the French Academy in Rome (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Centenary of the French Academy in Rome)

Background imageHandshake Collection: The Prince of Waless trip to Canada (colour litho)

The Prince of Waless trip to Canada (colour litho)
2808836 The Prince of Waless trip to Canada (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Waless trip to Canada)

Background imageHandshake Collection: A well deserved decoration (colour litho)

A well deserved decoration (colour litho)
2807745 A well deserved decoration (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A well deserved decoration)

Background imageHandshake Collection: The Duke of Genoa, representing the King, at the inauguration of the new Veggion Hotel in Milan

The Duke of Genoa, representing the King, at the inauguration of the new Veggion Hotel in Milan (colour litho)
2815337 The Duke of Genoa, representing the King, at the inauguration of the new Veggion Hotel in Milan (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageHandshake Collection: As Coin of Nerva (bronze)

As Coin of Nerva (bronze)
614851 As Coin of Nerva (bronze) by Roman, (1st century AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Siena, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Nerva (30-98 AD) was Roman Emperor from 96 to 98. Asse di Nerva

Background imageHandshake Collection: Customary Greeting in Bulgaria, 1907 (colour litho)

Customary Greeting in Bulgaria, 1907 (colour litho)
473014 Customary Greeting in Bulgaria, 1907 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHandshake Collection: English aristocrat in a carriage ignoring a handshake from a lady, 19th century

English aristocrat in a carriage ignoring a handshake from a lady, 19th century
6337314 English aristocrat in a carriage ignoring a handshake from a lady, 19th century by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92) (after); (add.info)

Background imageHandshake Collection: The Reception of the Queen of Sheba by King Solomon (c. 1015-977

The Reception of the Queen of Sheba by King Solomon (c. 1015-977
701779 The Reception of the Queen of Sheba by King Solomon (c.1015-977) from the Legend of the True Cross cycle, detail of the hands, completed 1464 (fresco) (detail of 109786) by Francesca

Background imageHandshake Collection: Colony of Texas, General Lallemand at Champ d Asile, 1818

Colony of Texas, General Lallemand at Champ d Asile, 1818
CHT184368 Colony of Texas, General Lallemand at Champ d Asile, 1818, after Rullmann (litho) (b/w photo) by Motte, Charles Etienne Pierre (1785-1836); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageHandshake Collection: American author Walt Whitman at Pfaffs beer cellar, New York, 1857 (engraving)

American author Walt Whitman at Pfaffs beer cellar, New York, 1857 (engraving)
5197345 American author Walt Whitman at Pfaffs beer cellar, New York, 1857 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Trade card advertising Allens Jewel Five Cent Plug chewing tobacco (colour litho)

Trade card advertising Allens Jewel Five Cent Plug chewing tobacco (colour litho)
5235999 Trade card advertising Allens Jewel Five Cent Plug chewing tobacco (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Alliance between France and Russia, 1897 (colour litho)

Alliance between France and Russia, 1897 (colour litho)
971941 Alliance between France and Russia, 1897 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alliance between France and Russia, 1897)

Background imageHandshake Collection: Colonization Society Certificate for Simeon P. Smith, 1837 (engraving)

Colonization Society Certificate for Simeon P. Smith, 1837 (engraving)
1079064 Colonization Society Certificate for Simeon P. Smith, 1837 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Background imageHandshake Collection: Woman in Arbor with Monkey, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Claudio Castelucho

Woman in Arbor with Monkey, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Claudio Castelucho
Woman in Arbor with Monkey, late 19th-early 20th century

Background imageHandshake Collection: Firemark, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Emile Cero

Firemark, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Emile Cero
Firemark, 1935/1942

Background imageHandshake Collection: Firemark, c. 1940. Creator: Rose Campbell-Gerke

Firemark, c. 1940. Creator: Rose Campbell-Gerke
Firemark, c. 1940

Background imageHandshake Collection: Wine jug, probably 1938. Creator: Fritz Boehmer

Wine jug, probably 1938. Creator: Fritz Boehmer
Wine jug, probably 1938

Background imageHandshake Collection: Cease-fire

Cease-fire
Tomer Eliash

Background imageHandshake Collection: Desire d'existence

Desire d'existence
Sebastien DEL GROSSO

Background imageHandshake Collection: Johnny Haynes Football Scotland V England shaking hands with Eric Caldow April 1962

Johnny Haynes Football Scotland V England shaking hands with Eric Caldow April 1962

Background imageHandshake Collection: Scottish forward Joe Jordan shakes hands with manager Dave Sexton after signing for new

Scottish forward Joe Jordan shakes hands with manager Dave Sexton after signing for new club Manchester United at Old Trafford January 1978

Background imageHandshake Collection: World Cup Quarter Final match in Leon, Mexico England 2 v West Germany 3 after

World Cup Quarter Final match in Leon, Mexico England 2 v West Germany 3 after extra time Englands captain Booby Moore shaking hands with West German captain Uwe Seeler watched by match officials




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"Capturing Moments of Connection: A Glimpse into Handshakes Throughout History" Jockey Tommy Cullinan is congratulated after winning the 1930 Grand National, a victorious handshake marking triumph and camaraderie in the world of horse racing. "Come Lad, Slip Across and Help. " - a recruiting poster from World War I depicts a firm handshake symbolizing unity and shared responsibility during times of conflict. Brian Clough, manager of Nottingham Forest Football Club, shares an encouraging handshake with his team, embodying leadership and mutual respect in the realm of sports. "The Great Rapprochement" - The historic handshake between Great Britain and USA signifies diplomatic reconciliation and strengthened ties between nations. "Here's a new kind of mermaid with ten peculiar hands. . " - An intriguing image showcasing an unconventional creature with webbed hands emphasizes diversity and uniqueness within nature. The arrival of Major Marchand at Toulon is commemorated by a colorful lithograph capturing his welcoming handshake, representing international diplomacy and collaboration. WASHINGTON: FAREWELL, 1783 - George Washington bidding farewell to his officers in Fraunces Tavern illustrates the power of goodbyes through heartfelt handshakes that signify gratitude for service rendered. At the FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium, Liverpool's victory over Leeds United culminates in celebratory handshakes among players as they revel in their achievement on football's grandest stage. COBB & WAGNER, 1910 - Ty Cobb (Detroit Tigers) shaking hands with Honus Wagner (Pittsburgh Pirates) showcases sportsmanship transcending rivalries as two baseball legends acknowledge each other's greatness. The Benefit cricket match at Cobham sees Surrey Captain Tom Rushby receiving support from fellow cricketers through warm handshakes; displaying solidarity within the sporting community.