Splinter Collection

Forget the
Dmitriy Batenko

Spring Cleaning
Olof Petterson

Glass shot with air gun
Yannik Steiger

R. A. F. Attire
This illustration shows an assortment of Royal Air Force attire. 1. R.A.F. Battledress. 2. Sidcot outer suit of windproof canvas. 3. Sidcot inner lining. 4. Irvingsuit lambskin leather jacket. 5

Statue of Venus, Roman goddess of love, beauty, sex and fertility, removing a splinter from her foot
5323791 Statue of Venus, Roman goddess of love, beauty, sex and fertility, removing a splinter from her foot by David, Francois-Anne (1741-1824); (add.info.: Statue of Venus, Roman goddess of love)

The Parable of the Mote and the Beam, c. 1619 (oil on wood)
3086893 The Parable of the Mote and the Beam, c.1619 (oil on wood) by Fetti or Feti, Domenico (1589-1624); 61.3 x 44.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Cartoon, Court of Young England -- The New Generation. A comment on Benjamin Disraelis Young England movement, a political splinter group consisting mostly of Conservative aristocrats who were at

Cartoon, The Rising Generation -- In Parliament. A satirical comment on conflicts within the Conservative Party over Sir Robert Peels repeal of the Corn Laws

Taking out the Thorn (oil on canvas)
3743868 Taking out the Thorn (oil on canvas) by Collins, William (1788-1847); 13x16.5 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); eNottingham City Museums & Galleries; English

The Splinter (Woman Nursing Her Foot), c. 1883-85 (pastel & charcoal over monotype
1199808 The Splinter (Woman Nursing Her Foot), c.1883-85 (pastel & charcoal over monotype on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 29.5x39.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Injured Foot (engraving)
6003619 The Injured Foot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Injured Foot. Illustration for The Childrens Friend (1888).); © Look and Learn

The Roskilde Cross. C. 1100. Denmark
The Roskilde Cross. C.1100. Byzantine reliquary cross of gold. Contains a splinter of the Holy Cross. Found in the rood arch crucifix of Roskilde Cathedral. National Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

Franco-British modern armour and goggles, WW1
Franco-British modern armour (to be worn under the tunic) and British splinter goggles Mark I, used during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

Spain. Catalonia. Empuries. Greek Jetty. 2nd-1st century B. C
Spain. Catalonia. Empuries. Greek Jetty. 2nd-1st century B.C. Beach at Sant Marti d Emp??ries

The Roskilde cross. Byzantine reliquary cross of gold. Aroun
The Roskilde cross. Byzantine reliquary cross of gold. The front side is decorated with 7 pearls and 15 gems. Around 1100. Found in the rood arch crucifix of Roskilde Cathedral. Denmark

Theodore Samuel Ted Williams (1918- 2002). Nicknamed The Kid. American professional baseball player and manager. Monument. Boston. Massachusetts. United States

HMS Sheffield
Splinter damage to HMS Sheffield. The light cruiser had been shadowing the Bismarck at the time of the Ark Royals last air attack

An exceptionally large splinter-proof shelter: A feature of modren entrenchments, as seen near Antwerp

Electro-magnet
A photograph showing well-known French surgeon, Professor Bergonie applying an electro-magnet to extract a shell splinter from a soldier during an operation at Grand-Lebrun hospital in Bordeaux

A shattered mirror
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"Unveiling the Intricate Splinter: A Journey through Art, History, and Society" Step into a world where splinters take on multiple meanings. From R. A. F. Attire to The Roskilde Cross in Denmark, these diverse hints lead us on an intriguing exploration. Intriguingly, even the Secretary of the Party cited on the agenda of the General Command of the GIL makes an appearance. What secrets lie within this mysterious connection? Moving forward, we encounter a captivating statue depicting Venus herself delicately removing a splinter from her foot. It reminds us that even goddesses experience pain and vulnerability. The Parable of the Mote and the Beam further emphasizes our human tendency to focus on small flaws while ignoring larger issues. This timeless message resonates across centuries. As we delve deeper into society's dynamics, cartoons like "Court of Young England" and "The Rising Generation - In Parliament" shed light on generational conflicts and political power struggles. Artistic expressions continue to captivate as we witness scenes like "Taking out the Thorn, " where artists skillfully capture moments of relief from physical discomfort. "The Splinter (Woman Nursing Her Foot)" takes us back to 19th-century France with its pastel charm, showcasing a woman tending to her injured foot with care and tenderness. A bronze masterpiece called "The Spinario" transports us back in time once again; it portrays a young boy extracting a thorn from his foot—a universal symbol for resilience against adversity. Even engravings like "The Injured Foot" remind us that throughout history, injuries have plagued humanity but also inspired remarkable acts of healing and compassion. Finally, as spring arrives with all its renewal energy, let's not forget about "Spring Cleaning. " It serves as a reminder that sometimes we need to remove those metaphorical splinters cluttering our lives for personal growth and rejuvenation.