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Right Arm Collection

"Capturing the Essence: The Right Arm in Art and History" From religious symbolism to tales of bravery

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Madonna Child Infant Saint John Baptist upper left

Madonna Child Infant Saint John Baptist upper left
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Chevalier de Belle-Isle, wounded in the right arm, pushes on toward the parapet

Chevalier de Belle-Isle, wounded in the right arm, pushes on toward the parapet
LLM461682 Chevalier de Belle-Isle, wounded in the right arm, pushes on toward the parapet by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chevalier de Belle-Isle)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Portrait Lucas de Clercq c 1593-1652 potash trader

Portrait Lucas de Clercq c 1593-1652 potash trader
Portrait of Lucas de Clercq, Portrait of Lucas de Clercq (c. 1593-1652), potash trader in Haarlem. Knee, standing to the right, the right arm to the side. Lucas de Clercq, Frans Hals, c

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Gualtero del Prado b 1535- 1618 Portrait Standing half-way

Gualtero del Prado b 1535- 1618 Portrait Standing half-way
Gualtero del Prado (b 1535-before 1618), Portrait of Gualtero del Prado. Standing half-way, the right arm on a table, a glove in the right hand. A top hat on the head. Top right the family crest

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Portrait Cornelis Backer 1633-81 counselor alderman

Portrait Cornelis Backer 1633-81 counselor alderman
Portrait of Cornelis Backer (1633-81), counselor, alderman, and colonel of the Amsterdam militia, Portrait of Cornelis Backer, council, ships and colonel of the bourgeoisie in Amsterdam

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Portrait Anthonie van der Hout 1783-1859 Half-length

Portrait Anthonie van der Hout 1783-1859 Half-length
Portrait of Anthonie van der Hout, Portrait of Anthonie van der Hout (1783-1859). Half-length, sitting on a chair with the right arm over the chair back and with a book in hand

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Children mousetrap stone window curtain boy holds up

Children mousetrap stone window curtain boy holds up
Children with a mousetrap, Children with a mousetrap. In a stone window with a curtain, a boy holds up a mousetrap in his left hand and holds a cat with his right arm

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Virgin Child Madonna Mary seated stone niche

Virgin Child Madonna Mary seated stone niche
Virgin and Child, Madonna and Child, Mary, seated in a stone niche on a throne decorated with rams heads, with the Christ child on the right arm, Madonna: Mary sitting or excited

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Johan Wilhelm van Lansberge 1830-1906 Governor General

Johan Wilhelm van Lansberge 1830-1906 Governor General
Johan Wilhelm van Lansberge (1830-1906). Governor General (1875-1880), Portrait of Johan Wilhelm van Lansberge (1830-1906). Governor General (1875-1880)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Pieter Merkus 1787-1844 Governor General 1841-44

Pieter Merkus 1787-1844 Governor General 1841-44
Pieter Merkus (1787-1844). Governor General (1841-44), Portrait of Pieter Merkus (1787-1844). Governor General (1841-44). Knee pad

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Venus Cupid Amor half-naked bosom comfortingly lays

Venus Cupid Amor half-naked bosom comfortingly lays
Venus and Cupid, Venus and Amor. Venus with half-naked bosom comfortingly lays the right arm around the shoulders of Amor grabbing her skirt, Venus and Cupid (Cupid not being mere attribute)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: A daughter son Constantijn artist Portraits daughter

A daughter son Constantijn artist Portraits daughter
A daughter and a son (Constantijn?) Of the artist, Portraits of a daughter and a son (Constantijn Netscher?) Of the painter

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Heraclitus talking gesturing leaning earth globe

Heraclitus talking gesturing leaning earth globe
Heraclitus, talking and gesturing while leaning on an earth globe with his right arm. globe, Hendrick ter Brugghen, 1628, canvas, oil paint (paint), support: h 85.5 cm × w 70 cm

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Venus Amor sitting naked rug floor holds burning heart

Venus Amor sitting naked rug floor holds burning heart
Venus and Amor, Venus and Amor. Venus is sitting naked on a rug on the floor. She holds a burning heart in her left hand and puts her right arm over the shoulders of Amor who is about to shoot an

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Johan van Bochoven 1624-93 Public Prosecutor

Johan van Bochoven 1624-93 Public Prosecutor
Johan van Bochoven (1624-93), Public Prosecutor and Counselor at the Court of Flanders, Portrait of Johan van Bochoven, tax lawyer, counsel at the Court of Flanders

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Portrait young woman three children two boys

Portrait young woman three children two boys
Portrait of a young woman with three children, Portrait of a young woman with three children. There are two boys on the right, the woman holding a swaddled child in the right arm

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Portrait Samuel Cruys actor Samuel Cruys role

Portrait Samuel Cruys actor Samuel Cruys role
Portrait of Samuel Cruys, Portrait of the actor Samuel Cruys, in the role of Flodoardo, halfway through. He is wearing a suit and holding a cloth in his left hand

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Portrait G Roger Society Promotion Toonkunst

Portrait G Roger Society Promotion Toonkunst
Portrait of G. Roger The Society for the Promotion of Toonkunst, its Music Party and the city of Rotterdam. memory of the year 1854 (series title)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Portrait Michiel Christiaan Vos pastor Michiel Christiaan Vos

Portrait Michiel Christiaan Vos pastor Michiel Christiaan Vos
Portrait of Michiel Christiaan Vos, Portrait of the pastor Michiel Christiaan Vos, half-length. He sits on a chair and leafs through a book that he holds in his hands

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Portrait Christophorus Saxius professor Christophorus Saxius

Portrait Christophorus Saxius professor Christophorus Saxius
Portrait of Christophorus Saxius, Portrait of the professor Christophorus Saxius, half-length. He wears a gown and leans with his right arm on a stone with an inscription in Latin

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Apollo Mixed Poems title object Apollo sits winch

Apollo Mixed Poems title object Apollo sits winch
Apollo Mixed Poems (title on object), Apollo sits with his winch in his hands under a tree and rests with his right arm on the cornucopia. Pegasus is prancing in the air behind him

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Three performances landscape resting woman child

Three performances landscape resting woman child
Three performances: landscape with resting woman and child, Christ and a winter landscape, The resting woman sits against a tree and leans on her duffel

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Madonna child Leaf book Marias feet full right arm

Madonna child Leaf book Marias feet full right arm
Madonna with child, Leaf from a book. Marias feet full, the child on her right arm. Hand-drawn halo. Right next to the images a text in red and black: Rufus merteler... Hylarius parves

Background imageRight Arm Collection: bearded man seated right arm chair arm hand cheek

bearded man seated right arm chair arm hand cheek
bearded man seated with right arm on chair arm, with hand to cheek; Broadbent & Company; 1865 - 1870; Albumen silver print

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Verona Sketchbook Right arm hand page 49 1760

Verona Sketchbook Right arm hand page 49 1760
Verona Sketchbook: Right arm and hand (page 49), 1760. Francesco Lorenzi (Italian, 1723-1787). Black chalk with white heightening; sheet: 32 x 23 cm (12 5/8 x 9 1/16 in.)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Verona Sketchbook Right arm hand page 95 1760

Verona Sketchbook Right arm hand page 95 1760
Verona Sketchbook: Right arm and hand (page 95), 1760. Francesco Lorenzi (Italian, 1723-1787). Black chalk with white heightening; sheet: 32 x 23 cm (12 5/8 x 9 1/16 in.)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Verona Sketchbook Right arm hand page 66 1760

Verona Sketchbook Right arm hand page 66 1760
Verona Sketchbook: Right arm and hand (page 66), 1760. Francesco Lorenzi (Italian, 1723-1787). Black chalk with white heightening; sheet: 32 x 23 cm (12 5/8 x 9 1/16 in.)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Verona Sketchbook Head bearded man right arm

Verona Sketchbook Head bearded man right arm
Verona Sketchbook: Head of a bearded man and right arm and hand (page 59), 1760. Francesco Lorenzi (Italian, 1723-1787). Black chalk with white heightening; sheet: 32 x 23 cm (12 5/8 x 9 1/16 in.)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Verona Sketchbook Nude head right arm page 36

Verona Sketchbook Nude head right arm page 36
Verona Sketchbook: Nude with head and right arm (page 36), 1760. Francesco Lorenzi (Italian, 1723-1787). Red chalk with white heightening; sheet: 32 x 23 cm (12 5/8 x 9 1/16 in.)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Verona Sketchbook Study left foot drapery study

Verona Sketchbook Study left foot drapery study
Verona Sketchbook: Study of a left foot and drapery study with right arm (page 79), 1760. Francesco Lorenzi (Italian, 1723-1787)

Background imageRight Arm Collection: peasant woman standing center facing right carrying

peasant woman standing center facing right carrying
Artokoloro

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Cupid asleep resting right arm quiver left bow

Cupid asleep resting right arm quiver left bow
Artokoloro

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Vera Effigies Guilielmi Burton / L. L Baccalaurei

Vera Effigies Guilielmi Burton / L. L Baccalaurei
Artokoloro

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Staint Bartholomew facing right book under right arm

Staint Bartholomew facing right book under right arm
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Male nude lying side right arm back ca 1635-1640

Male nude lying side right arm back ca 1635-1640
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Blackwork Design Goldsmithwork Putto Birds Insects

Blackwork Design Goldsmithwork Putto Birds Insects
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Saint Philip standing book under right arm Christ

Saint Philip standing book under right arm Christ
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: holy family 1642 Etching state 8 x 6 3 / 16 20. 3 15. 7 cm

holy family 1642 Etching state 8 x 6 3 / 16 20. 3 15. 7 cm
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Studies Seated Youth Armor ca 1505 Point brush

Studies Seated Youth Armor ca 1505 Point brush
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Satyr carrying nymph right arm wrapped satyr

Satyr carrying nymph right arm wrapped satyr
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Autumn satyr right arm top tree trunk vine growing

Autumn satyr right arm top tree trunk vine growing
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Lot daughters daughter center rests right arm

Lot daughters daughter center rests right arm
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Studies Three Naked Men Right Arm Nude Figure Supported

Studies Three Naked Men Right Arm Nude Figure Supported
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Plate 9 Mars niche holding sword head right arm

Plate 9 Mars niche holding sword head right arm
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: Man Front holding Skin right Arm Leg Hand 16th century

Man Front holding Skin right Arm Leg Hand 16th century
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Background imageRight Arm Collection: In a landscape with a tree sits a woman with a cap on her head

In a landscape with a tree sits a woman with a cap on her head. Beside her stands a man who rests his right arm on a bird cage and holding his hand for the birdhouse

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Elbow flexion, artwork C016 / 6789

Elbow flexion, artwork C016 / 6789
Elbow flexion. Artwork of the muscles of the arm from the front, with red arrows showing the direction of movement when flexing (bending) the elbow

Background imageRight Arm Collection: Elbow and wrist extension, artwork C016 / 6791

Elbow and wrist extension, artwork C016 / 6791
Elbow and wrist extension. Artwork of the muscles of the arm from the front, with red arrows showing the direction of movement when extending the elbow and wrist joints




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"Capturing the Essence: The Right Arm in Art and History" From religious symbolism to tales of bravery, the right arm has played a significant role throughout art and history. In Madonna's iconic portrayal of the Madonna and Child, an infant Saint John Baptist rests his tiny hand on her upper left arm, symbolizing unity and divine connection. In Chevalier de Belle-Isle's depiction, despite being wounded in the right arm, he pushes forward towards the parapet with unwavering determination. This image serves as a reminder of human resilience and courage in times of adversity. A bust of a woman accompanied by two right arm studies showcases the intricacies artists explore when capturing human anatomy. These detailed studies allow us to appreciate both beauty and complexity within our own bodies. Lucas de Clercq, a potash trader from centuries ago, is immortalized through his portrait where he confidently poses with his right arm resting on a table. This painting not only commemorates him but also highlights the importance of trade during that era. Gualtero del Prado stands tall halfway through his portrait while placing emphasis on his powerful right arm. His stance exudes authority and strength befitting someone who made their mark in history as an influential figure. Cornelis Backer's portrait captures him as a counselor alderman with one hand placed firmly on his desk - perhaps indicating decisive action taken during important deliberations. Anthonie van der Hout's half-length portrait portrays him holding up a curtain with his right hand while peering out through a stone window. It invites viewers into contemplation about what lies beyond those barriers we often encounter in life. In another artwork featuring children near a mousetrap, one boy holds up stones using his strong right arm to protect them from harm. This innocent gesture reminds us that even small acts can make big differences when it comes to safeguarding others' well-being.