Nail Collection (#6)

Anatomical study human skin nail nails fingers
Anatomical study of human skin and nail, nails (fingers), skin (human), other anatomical details, Jan l Admiral (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1737, paper, gouache (paint), h 117 mm × w 146 mm

Charles Rochussen childhood home Leuvehaven fire
Charles Rochussen, The childhood home of Charles Rochussen at the Leuvehaven after the fire of May 14, 1849, cityscape painting visual material picture frame nail fastener wood iron gold oil paint

Blocks Of Eco-Friendly Natural Reclaimed Wood Screwed Together To Form A Flat Pattern Wall Surface; Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, United States Of America

Humberside, England; Net And Old Posts

Collage Of Jesus Life

Nail Through Hand On Cross

RMS Titanic - nail scissors recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett
RMS Titanic - from inventory of items recovered from bodies by cable ship Mackay-Bennett - silver mounted steel nail scissors with rusted steel blades

Young woman in evening dress
Young woman in full length evening dress, sitting by the fireside. Date: circa 1970s

Ouled Nail woman, Algeria, circa 1890. Date: circa 1890

New rolling machine for making horse shoe nails, patented by Messrs. Huggett. The manufacture of horseshoe nails by machinery, instead of forging them by hand

Mesopotamia. Clay foundation peg. 1st Dynasty of Lagash. 2400Bc. From Bad-Tibira. Iraq. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Guinness Record. Leonardo da Vini portrait with nails done
Albania. Tirana. International Center of Culture or Enver Hoxha Museum. Guinness Record. Leonardo da Vini portrait with nails done

Trade catalogue of mens shaving equipment 1911
Trade catalogue for Harrords department store, showing a page selection of shaving equipment. 1911

Paris, France - Notre-Dame and Archbishops Palace. Date: 1650

Ouled Nail woman, Algeria, specialising in a particular style of dancing. Date: circa 1870

Ouled Nail women, Algeria, specialising in a form of dancing. Date: circa 1870

Hammering a ring-shank nail in to plywood on the floor

Digital Illustration of cork expansion strip, and quadrant moulding nailed to skirting board

COPTIC CROSS. A Coptic cross used by Christian Gnostics in Egypt

Girl of the Ouled Nails - Algeria - North Africa
Woman from the tribe of Ouled Nail in Southern Algeria in their very distinctive and elaborate traditional clothing. The women earned money through belly dancing

Picture No. 10848549
Short-beaked Echidna - rear foot (Tachyglossus aculeatus setosus) Date:

Picture No. 10864155
Duck-billed / Duckbill Platypus - close up of foot (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) Date:

Picture No. 10787485
Cheetah - close-up of leg and foot showing claws (Acinonyx jubatus) Date:

Can t Pound It Into His Head! American cartoon by Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel) for PM, 30 September 1942
CARTOON: WORLD WAR II. Can t Pound It Into His Head! American cartoon by Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel) for PM, 30 September 1942

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Villagers watching a blacksmith working at his forge, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Woman of the Berber Algerian tribe of Ouled Nail
Woman from the tribe of Ouled Nail in Southern Algeria in their very distinctive and elaborate traditional clothing. The women earned money through belly dancing

Asian Elephant: left forefoot raised to show sole, Sri Lanka
PM-9924 Asian Elephant: left forefoot raised to show sole Sri Lanka Elephas maximus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Perentie Goanna / Perenty Monitor Lizard Close up of foot Alice Springs, Nthn Territory, Australia
DH-3153 Perentie Monitor Lizard / Goanna - Close up of foot Alice Springs, Nthn Territory, Australia Varanus giganteus Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

African Elephant showing front feet and "nails". Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4498 African Elephant showing front feet and "nails" Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Loxodonta africana Alan J. S

Magic Nails, 1923. One of a series of WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards called Lucky Charms, (Bristol and London, 1923)

Still life, 1660. Artist: Christoph Paudiss
Still life, 1660. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Crucifixion of St Peter, c1600-1642. Artist: Guido Reni
Crucifixion of St Peter, c1600-1642

The Deposition from the Cross, c1268. Artist: T oros Roslin
The Deposition from the Cross, c1268. Two figures hold the body of Christ as a third removes the nails from the feet to free it fully from he cross

The Lamentation, c1479. Artist: Hugo van der Goes
The Lamentation, c1479. Right hand panel of a diptych of The Fall of Man and The Redemption. Mary, supported gently by John the Evangelist, Christs favourite pupil

Cutlery-making, c1750s. Plate taken from volume II of Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne de Science, des Arts et des Metiers

St Michael and Engracia, c1489-c1513. Artist: Juan de la Abadia the Younger
St Michael and Engracia, c1489-c1513. St Michael the Archangel stands on the devil. In his right hand he holds the scales which weigh the souls of men

Nailsmith, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777. Private Collection

Grooming session
Cat with nail file grooming itself

The Round Game of Happy Families, Miss Plane
Chad Valley, The Round Game of Happy Families, Miss Plane the Carpenters Daughter. circa 1910

Childs slate with pen and greeting on a Christmas card
Childs slate with pen, sponge and greeting on a Christmas card. Date: early 20th century

Swallows and rusty horseshoe on a Christmas card
Swallows and a rusty horseshoe on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Winter scene and rusty horseshoe on a Christmas card
Winter scene framed by a rusty horseshoe on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Ouled Nail women, Algeria, circa 1890. Date: circa 1890

Biskra, Algeria, circa 1890 - Street of the Ouled Nail women
Street of the Ouled Nail women, Biskra, Algeria. Date: circa 1890

Advert for Matinee filter tipped cigarettes 1939
These Matinee filter tipped Virginia cigarettes in there slim black case. Date: 1939

An idol from the Congo with nails and knives driven into it
An idol from the Congo with knives and nails driven in to it. The wooden idol, from the region north of the Lower Congo (Chiloango River)

Gibbs Happy Families - Master Chips
Gibbs Happy Families - Miss Tooth the Dentists daughter. 20th century

Mesopotamia. Foundation nails. 3rd Millenium BC. Bronze. Iraq British Museum. London. England. Kingdom

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"Nail: From Ostrich Legs to Crucifixion, a Journey through History and Culture" In Central America's vibrant Costa Rica, the art of hand manicure takes center stage. Skilled artisans delicately shape nails into works of art, transforming them into stunning extensions of beauty. But nails have always played diverse roles throughout history. From a simple case of nails and screws used for construction to their unexpected connection with chloroform experiments in the early days of scientific exploration. Did you know that even toilets had a role to play in the evolution care? In 1930, toilet manicures were all the rage as women sought innovative ways to pamper themselves. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves in Victoria, Gozo, Malta - where crucifixion became synonymous with nails. The haunting image reminds us of the sacrifices made throughout Europe's tumultuous past. On a lighter note, nail polish remover has become an essential tool for those seeking change or simply wanting a fresh start. It effortlessly wipes away layers of color and allows for endless possibilities. Venturing further eastward brings us face-to-face with the captivating Women of the Algerian Berber Ouled Nails Tribe. Their intricate nail designs tell stories passed down through generations - each stroke representing resilience and cultural heritage. Witnessing the Dance of the Ouled Nails in Southern Algeria is like stepping into another world altogether. This mesmerizing performance celebrates tradition while showcasing grace and elegance unique to North Africa. Looking back at history reveals fascinating glimpses into how nails shaped societies worldwide. An advert from 1913 showcases John Pound & Co cases - reminding us that even mundane objects can leave lasting impressions on our collective memory. Finally, let's not forget "The Village Blacksmith" immortalized by Richard Elmore's painting turned line engraving in 1862. A testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship that continues to inspire awe today.