Touch Collection (#16)

Bikini Diver with Sting rays, Stingray City Sandbar, Grand Cayman Island, Cayman Islands, Caribbean
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Mother spinning son around, West Dale beach, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Excited whale watchers reach out to kiss a California Gray Whale (Eschrichtius robustus)
Michael S. Nolan / SpecialistStock

Rubbing the baleen plates of a curious California Gray Whale (Eschrichtius robustus)
Michael S. Nolan / SpecialistStock

Couple walking at waters edge, Marloes Sands, West Wales, UK
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Free divers observe playful Florida manatee, Trichechus manatus latirostrus, Crystal River, Florida, USA
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Whale watchers with California Gray Whale (Eschrichtius robustus) calf in San Ignacio Lagoon on the Pacific side of
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Trainers hands caressing head of captive Harbour porpoise (Phocoena phocoena) Kerteminde, Denmark
Maren Reichelt / SplashdownDirect

East African black rhinoceros (rhinos) sparring, San Diego Wild Animal Park, California, United States of America, North America

Grey Seal mother touching newborn pup in affection Donna Nook, Lincolnshire Coast, England, UK
SAS-123 Grey Seal - mother touching newborn pup in affection Donna Nook, Lincolnshire Coast, England, UK Halichoerus grypus Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display

Figure shows scale of the trunk of giant sequoia tree in the Giant Forest, Sequoia National Park, California, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Statue of river goddess Jamuna, Mul Chowk courtyard, Durbar Square, Patan, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, Asia

Buddhist Todai-ji Temple, image of Binzuru - touching it is supposed to cure illness, Nara, Japan

Pilgrims hand caressing the stone at Station VI on the Via Dolorosa during Good Friday Catholic procession, Old City, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Childhood friends
MODEL RELEASED. Childhood friends. Smiling faces of five childhood friends

Mother and daughter
MODEL RELEASED. Smiling mother and daughter lying together on the ground

African Elephant. Cow with young calf. Calf following mom--staying in contact
TOM-824 African Elephant - Cow with young calf. Calf following mum, staying in contact Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Cortes Receives Tribute
Cortes receives tribute from the Aztecs after the initial Spanish victory

Adam Costume 1939
A simple, tailored check tweed jacket worn over a pink jumper and contrasted with a skirt of vertical stripes. Brown hat, gloves, handbag & loafers add the finishing touch

Game / Touch Wood 1889
A group of children play Touch Wood, with the help of some trees and a wooden fence

Rugby Try Scored 1897
Despite being tackled by three opposition players, an attacking player stretches to touch the ball down, scoring a try

A Touch of Lipstick 1926
A Twenties girl at her dressing table adds a final touch of lipstick

A Touch of Powder
A touch of powder

Jolly Boys / Greenaway
We re all jolly boys, and we re coming with a noise, our stockings shall be made of the finest silk and our tails shall touch the ground

Epaulette Jumper 1934
A hand-knitted jumper in a lacy stitch with round neck line & 3 button fastening. An unusual touch is the triangular shaped epaulettes attached with knitted buttons

God of Happiness
Children celebrate Chinese new year in Chinatown, New York. They touch the god of happiness to bring them good luck in year 4884 of the Chinese calendar

The Five Senses
THE FIVE SENSES Sight Hearing Smell Taste Touch

The Senses - Touch
The Five Senses TOUCH

Hermes Airborne
airborne, thanks to his winged shoes; he carries a caduceus, with which he can send anyone to sleep at a touch

Blackbird Eggs in Nest
Blackbirds eggs in a nest. Care should be taken not to disturb the nest or touch the eggs, or they may be abandoned

The Royal Touch
ROYAL TOUCH French royalty had the power to heal

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"Exploring the Power of Touch: From Gas Masks to Gentle Gestures" In a world where touch connects us all, its significance transcends time and boundaries. A relic from history, the WWI German gas mask, c. 1918, preserved in its original metal container reminds us of the tactile protection sought amidst chaos. Fast forward to modern times at the 2019 Monaco GP, where adrenaline-fueled moments are felt through every nerve ending as drivers push their limits on the track. Meanwhile, an unlikely duo - a Boston Terrier and Mastiff Dog - share an endearing touch that speaks volumes about companionship. Nature's tender embrace is witnessed on Snow Hill Island as Emperor penguins gather with their chicks. The adults' gentle nuzzles convey love and warmth while teaching resilience in harsh Antarctic conditions. A bridge score card symbolizes connection beyond physical touch; it represents shared experiences and friendly competition among friends gathered around a table. Hands clasped together during Za-Zen meditation reveal inner peace achieved through self-reflection and mindfulness. At Dolphin Reef, a dolphin trainer engages in an extraordinary bond with a Bottlenose Dolphin named Tursiops truncatus. Their playful interaction showcases how they are transcend species barriers and foster understanding between humans and animals. Sports also demonstrate the power of touch; in rugby games, players leap into "touch, " pushing their bodies to reach new heights while relying on teammates for support. This act epitomizes teamwork built upon trust established through physical contact. Louis Braille's invention revolutionized communication for visually impaired individuals by introducing raised-point writing systems that could be read through touch alone. His legacy serves as a testament to how one person's innovation can transform lives forever. Touch holds immense emotional weight too; biblical tales depict Jesus extending his hand towards a young girl, offering solace amidst her struggles. This compassionate gesture signifies hope even in dire circumstances. Finally, another canine connection unfolds as a Boston Terrier finds kinship with a Great Dane.