Chiromancy Collection

Torlaqui and divination
2014325 Torlaqui and divination. by Bar, Jacques Charles (1740-1811); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Religion. Islam. Bar, France, 1786. Bibl. Relgion. Islam)

A Palmistry Chart
5304780 A Palmistry Chart.; (add.info.: A palmistry chart used in the foretelling of the future through the study of the palm. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

L'Empereur du Maroc consultant le celèbre sorcier Desbarolles, 1859. Creator: Honore Daumier
L'Empereur du Maroc consultant le celebre sorcier Desbarolles, 1859. The Emperor of Morocco consulting the famous sorcerer Desbarolles

The mount aras of the hand (litho)
908320 The mount aras of the hand (litho) by English School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Diagram of right hand used for palm reading showing multitude of information amongst palmar flexion creases

Hand with symbols, Septentrion, Oriens, Midy, Occides (litho)
876382 Hand with symbols, Septentrion, Oriens, Midy, Occides (litho) by French School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Left Hand, copy of a diagram after Jean Belot)

Palmistry. Planetary and zodiacal diagram of the left hand. Engraving

A Mother (litho)
7153139 A Mother (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mother. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Judge (litho)
7153109 A Judge (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Judge. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Mathematician (litho)
7153107 A Mathematician (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mathematician. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford)

A Circus Rider (litho)
7153142 A Circus Rider (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Circus Rider. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford)

A Lady Poor-Law Guardian (litho)
7153128 A Lady Poor-Law Guardian (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Lady Poor-Law Guardian)

A Commonplace Subject (litho)
7153138 A Commonplace Subject (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Commonplace Subject)

A Dancer (litho)
7153132 A Dancer (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dancer. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Musician (litho)
7153124 A Musician (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Musician. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Clergyman (litho)
7153112 A Clergyman (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Clergyman. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Cook (litho)
7153137 A Cook (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cook. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Conjurer (litho)
7153126 A Conjurer (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Conjurer. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Doctor (litho)
7153117 A Doctor (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Doctor. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Professor of History (litho)
7153114 A Professor of History (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Professor of History)

A Mathematician (litho)
7153108 A Mathematician (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mathematician. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford)

A Study in Lines (litho)
7153147 A Study in Lines (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Study in Lines. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford)

Money (litho)
7153135 Money (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Money. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave (L Upcott Gill)

A "Mystic"(litho)
7153130 A " Mystic" (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A " Mystic." Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford)

A Dressmaker (litho)
7153125 A Dressmaker (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dressmaker. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Clergyman (litho)
7153110 A Clergyman (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Clergyman. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Study in Lines (litho)
7153146 A Study in Lines (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Study in Lines. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford)

A Child Circus Rider (litho)
7153145 A Child Circus Rider (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Child Circus Rider)

A Mesmerist (litho)
7153144 A Mesmerist (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mesmerist. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

Matrimony (litho)
7153136 Matrimony (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Matrimony. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Disciplinarian (litho)
7153133 A Disciplinarian (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Disciplinarian. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford)

A Singer (litho)
7153123 A Singer (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Singer. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Sea-Captain (litho)
7153120 A Sea-Captain (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sea-Captain. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

An Inventor (litho)
7153122 An Inventor (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Inventor. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Journalist (litho)
7153119 A Journalist (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Journalist. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Doctor (litho)
7153116 A Doctor (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Doctor. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Mad Subject (litho)
7153140 A Mad Subject (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mad Subject. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford and Anna Macdowell Cosgrave)

A Schoolmaster (litho)
7153118 A Schoolmaster (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Schoolmaster. Illustration for Life Studies in Palmistry by Ina Oxenford)

The Hand of Palmistry engraving from Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa von Nettesheim
5615722 The Hand of Palmistry engraving from Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa von Nettesheim (1486-1535) De occulta philosophia libri tres (Three Books of Occult Philosophy) published in 1533

The square, or useful hand (b / w photo)
6006048 The square, or useful hand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The square, or useful hand)

The hand of Mrs Annie Besant (b / w photo)
6006028 The hand of Mrs Annie Besant (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Mrs Annie Besant)

The hand of Mrs Frank Leslie (b / w photo)
6006020 The hand of Mrs Frank Leslie (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Mrs Frank Leslie)

The hand of W T Stead (b / w photo)
6006019 The hand of W T Stead (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of W T Stead)

The hand of Sir John Lubbock (b / w photo)
6006013 The hand of Sir John Lubbock (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Sir John Lubbock)

The hand of E M Curtiss (b / w photo)
6006008 The hand of E M Curtiss (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of E M Curtiss)

The right hand of Sir Arthur Sullivan (b / w photo)
6006006 The right hand of Sir Arthur Sullivan (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The right hand of Sir Arthur Sullivan)

The right hand of Rev Minot J Savage (b / w photo)
6005999 The right hand of Rev Minot J Savage (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The right hand of Rev Minot J Savage)

Chiromancy and its Consequences (engraving)
1050229 Chiromancy and its Consequences (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chiromancy and its Consequences)

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"Unlocking the Secrets of Chiromancy: Exploring the Mystical Art of Palmistry" Delve into the ancient practice of chiromancy, also known as palmistry, and discover a world filled with hidden knowledge. This captivating art form has intrigued humanity for centuries, offering insights into our past, present, and future through the study of hand lines and symbols. Step into a realm where planetary and zodiacal diagrams intertwine with the intricate patterns etched on our palms. These celestial influences guide us towards understanding ourselves better by decoding their significance within our unique handprints. Immerse yourself in enigmatic lithographs depicting hands adorned with mysterious symbols - Septentrion, Oriens, Midy, Occides - each representing different aspects of life's journey. Marvel at "The Mount Aras, " an illustrative masterpiece showcasing how various regions on our hands reveal distinct personality traits and potential destinies. Uncover tales that transcend time as you gaze upon Dr Meyer's haunting black-and-white photograph from 1894. His hand tells a story marred by darkness – convicted of murder but leaving us to ponder if his fate was truly sealed within those lines. Witness diversity unfold before your eyes through lithographs portraying individuals from all walks of life; a mother nurturing her child’s future, a judge seeking justice in every crease, a mathematician deciphering equations hidden within fingertips. From circus riders to poor-law guardians to dancers and musicians – each palm holds its own narrative waiting to be discovered. Chiromancy transcends societal boundaries; it is not limited by occupation or status. It reminds us that even seemingly commonplace subjects possess extraordinary stories encoded within their hands' imprints. As you embark on this journey into chiromancy's depths, prepare to unlock secrets held captive in these mystical realms.