Loincloth Collection (#5)

The Wrestlers, ca. 1785. Creator: Shunsho
The Wrestlers, ca. 1785

Saint Sebastian being tied to a tree, 1625-50. Creator: Girolamo Pedrignani
Saint Sebastian being tied to a tree, 1625-50. After (attributed to) Pietro Testa

Tantalus, ca. 1557-70. Creator: Giulio Sanuto
Tantalus, ca. 1557-70

Christ crucified on the cross, a skull at the base, ca. 1770-1803
Christ crucified on the cross, a skull at the base, after Reni, ca. 1770-1803. [In manus tuas commendo spiritum meum - Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit]

The Trinity, with the crucifixion at center and saints to both sides, 1586

The Flagellation of Christ who is tied to a column at center set within an arcade, 1509

The Martyrdom of Saint Christopher, "Secondo Quadro", 1776
The Martyrdom of Saint Christopher, " Secondo Quadro", 1776. The king of Samos had Christopher tied to a pillar, and ordered four thousand soldiers to shoot arrows at him

Statue of Sovereign Ramesside headdress of the blue crown
5942770 Statue of Sovereign Ramesside headdress of the blue crown and wearing the front loincloth (wood carving) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); Louvre, Paris

A Chimu wood figural marker, c. 1100-1400 (wood)
1767139 A Chimu wood figural marker, c.1100-1400 (wood) by Pre-Columbian; 89 high cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chimu wood figural marker, ca. A.D. 1100-1400)

Risen Christ, called Christ of Minerva, detail (marble)
3563740 Risen Christ, called Christ of Minerva, detail (marble) by Buonarroti, Michelangelo (1475-1564); Santa Maria sopra Minerva, Rome

Plate 9. Walking, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950290 Plate 9. Walking, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 18.6x37 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 381. Mason, Laying a Brick, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950351 Plate 381. Mason, Laying a Brick, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20x37.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 380. Carpenter, Sawing, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950350 Plate 380. Carpenter, Sawing, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 22.4x32.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 361. Throwing a Spear, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950339 Plate 361. Throwing a Spear, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 23.2x32.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 350. Fencing, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950328 Plate 350. Fencing, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.3x34.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 340. Boxing; Open Hand, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950324 Plate 340. Boxing; Open Hand, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 23.3x32.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Costumed Figure from Mexico, 7th-8th century (ceramic, pigment)
3472325 Costumed Figure from Mexico, 7th-8th century (ceramic, pigment) by Mayan (6th-8th century); 29.3 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Standing male nude (black chalk & sanguine on paper)
3619206 Standing male nude (black chalk & sanguine on paper) by Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678); 49.6x29.8 cm; Museum Kunstpalast Dusseldorf, Germany; Bildarchiv Foto Marburg

An Old World Wanderer, 1887 (oil on canvas)
3743854 An Old World Wanderer, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Riviere, Briton (1840-1920); 108x172.7 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); (add.info)

Male votive figurine, Middle Minoan III Period - Late Minoan I Period (copper alloy)
1216297 Male votive figurine, Middle Minoan III Period - Late Minoan I Period (copper alloy) by Minoan; height: 12.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Natives of the Island of Oualan, Caroline Islands archipelago, 1826 (colour litho)
468726 Natives of the Island of Oualan, Caroline Islands archipelago, 1826 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Tutul-Xius overthrowing Chichen Itza, Mexico (litho)
STC358120 The Tutul-Xius overthrowing Chichen Itza, Mexico (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: the Tutul-Xius migrated northwards towards the city of Chichen Itza)

Tahitian, 1893 (monotype)
MMT194118 Tahitian, 1893 (monotype) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 28x17 cm; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Encounter between Hernan Cortes (1485-1547) and Montezuma II (1466-1520) from
CHT157453 The Encounter between Hernan Cortes (1485-1547) and Montezuma II (1466-1520) from Le Costume Ancien ou Moderne by Jules Ferrario, Milano, c.1820 (colour litho) by Gallina

St. Sebastian, before 1653 (oil on canvas)
SCP38622 St. Sebastian, before 1653 (oil on canvas) by Leonardo, Jusepe or Jose (de Chavier)(c.1605-1656); 192x58 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

Toraja man of Tondano, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia
6339137 Toraja man of Tondano, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia by Belgian School, (19th century); (add.info.: Toraja man of Tondano, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia)

Detail from a Mayan shell roundel, depicting a crosslegged scribe with pen in hand, c
1767156 Detail from a Mayan shell roundel, depicting a crosslegged scribe with pen in hand, c.550-950 (shell) by Mayan; 5.1 dia

Smoke Purification, (oil on canvas)
985144 Smoke Purification, (oil on canvas) by Couse, Eanger Irving (1866-1936); 106.8x88.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Smoke Purification. Eanger Irving Couse (1866 - 1936). Oil on canvas

The Penitent St. Jerome (oil on canvas)
5939382 The Penitent St. Jerome (oil on canvas) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); 152x109 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; French, out of copyright

Baptism of Christ (recto), 15th century (pen & brown wash) [see 5938231]
5938226 Baptism of Christ (recto), 15th century (pen & brown wash) [see 5938231] by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523) (attr. to); 28x36.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

The Temptation of St Benedict, c. 1587 (oil on canvas)
5938206 The Temptation of St Benedict, c.1587 (oil on canvas) by Allori, Alessandro (1535-1607); 40.8x59.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Italian

Birth of Shakuntala (colour litho)
5207383 Birth of Shakuntala (colour litho) by Varma, Raja Ravi (1848-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth of Shakuntala)

Plate 652. A, B, C, D, E, Horses Rearing, etc. 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950628 Plate 652. A, B, C, D, E, Horses Rearing, etc. 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24.1x31.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 353. Support Arms and Arms Port, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950331 Plate 353. Support Arms and Arms Port, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 27.8x26.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 349. Fencing, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950327 Plate 349. Fencing, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 17.8x42.2 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 332. Boxing; Cross-Buttocks (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950316 Plate 332. Boxing; Cross-Buttocks (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24.5x29.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 152. Jumping; Running Straight High Jump (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950296 Plate 152. Jumping; Running Straight High Jump (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 15.9x46.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Plate 61. Running at Full Speed (Imperfect Action, Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950295 Plate 61. Running at Full Speed (Imperfect Action, Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 16.2x44.3 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Plate 59. Starting for a Run (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950293 Plate 59. Starting for a Run (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.9x35.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 31. Walking, Carrying 75-lb stone on Right Shoulder, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950292 Plate 31. Walking, Carrying 75-lb stone on Right Shoulder, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24x30.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Plate 522. A, 97 Jumping; B, 98 Handspring; C, 98 Somersault
3950109 Plate 522. A, 97 Jumping; B, 98 Handspring; C, 98 Somersault, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 25.2x29.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Plate 405. Carrying Hand of Bricks up a Ladder, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950352 Plate 405. Carrying Hand of Bricks up a Ladder, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 27.6x26.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 360. Throwing a Spear, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950338 Plate 360. Throwing a Spear, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 22.9x31.3 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 334. Boxing; With Gloves (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950318 Plate 334. Boxing; With Gloves (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 29.4x25.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 322. Man Lifting Dumbbells, 1887 (collotype on paper)
3949810 Plate 322. Man Lifting Dumbbells, 1887 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Standing Christ (wood)
NUL407082 Standing Christ (wood) by French School, (14th century); Abbey of Saint-Michel-de-Cuxa, France; French, out of copyright

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"The Loincloth: A Symbol of Cultural Identity and Resilience" Throughout history, the loincloth has been a garment that transcends time and continents, representing various cultures and their unique traditions. From ancient Aztec warriors to indigenous tribes in South America, from religious figures depicted in European art to native fishermen in Hawaii, the loincloth holds a significant place in humanity's diverse tapestry. In Barburdar or punkah wallah communities of India, where men served as fan bearers to keep their masters cool during colonial times, the loincloth was an essential part of their attire. It symbolized both humility and resilience as they endured harsh conditions while fulfilling their duties. Artistic masterpieces like Guercino's "Saint Sebastian" or Hendrick ter Brugghen's "The Crucifixion with the Virgin and Saint John" depict religious figures draped modestly in loincloths. These artworks not only showcase the artists' skill but also highlight how this simple garment can convey profound messages of sacrifice, devotion, and vulnerability. Traveling across continents brings us to Hawaii where native fishermen relied on spears and nets for sustenance. Clad only in loincloths, these brave individuals ventured into treacherous waters embodying strength and connection with nature. From South Africa's Khoisan people donning animal-skin loincloths to Yanomami tribe members navigating through dense jungles clad similarly; these garments represent cultural heritage passed down through generations, and are symbols of identity that connect individuals with their ancestors' wisdom and teachings. Even beyond tribal contexts, historical photographs capture moments such as Apache Medicine Men performing sacred rituals or Veddah men wielding bows and arrows on Ceylon Island (now Sri Lanka). In each instance, the loincloth serves as a reminder of tradition preserved amidst changing times. Java Island showcases yet another facet of this versatile garment.