Facing Away Collection

The Return of the Prodigal Son, c1668. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Return of the Prodigal Son, c1668

Whatever I do, I do not Repent, I Keep Pissing against the Moon, c1558-1560. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Whatever I do, I do not Repent, I Keep Pissing against the Moon, 1558-1560. One from a series depicting twelve proverbs. From the Museum Mayer van der Berg, Antwerp, Belgium

A landscape with wood; Diana offers a hare to a nymph; Silenus and Ceres in foreground, c1614. Artist: Abraham Govaerts
A landscape with wood; Diana offers a hare to a nymph; Silenus and Ceres in foreground, c1614. From a private collection

Listvianka, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia

Jewish High Priest, n.d. Creator: Adam Sandor Ehrenreich
Jewish High Priest, n.d

The Meeting, 1884. Artist: Maria Konstantinowka Bashkirtseff
The Meeting, 1884. From the Musee d Orsay, Paris

Female Nude, 17th century. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Female Nude, 17th century. From the Museum of Fine Art, Budapest

Fritillary, Snakes head fritillary, Fritillaria meleagris
2339 Snakes head fritillary, Fritillaria meleagris. A single stem with multiple flowers on it

Poppy, Welsh poppy, Meconopsis cambrica
Welsh poppy, Meconopsis cambrica, black and white of 2 flowers against a large area of solid black

Le Carreau des Halles, Paris, 1880. Artist: Gilbert Victor Gabriel
Le Carreau des Halles, Paris, 1880. Busy scene in Les Halles, the central market of Paris. From the Musee des Beaux Arts, Le Havre, France

The Raised Skirt, 1742. Artist: Francois Boucher
The Raised Skirt, 1742. From a private collection

The Carmelite Nuns in the Garden, 18th century. Artist: Charles Guillot
The Carmelite Nuns in the Garden, 18th century. From the Musee d Art et d Histoire, St Denis, France

Woman Seated near a Vase, ca. 1514-36. Creator: Agostino Veneziano
Woman Seated near a Vase, ca. 1514-36

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Galanthus nivalis Snowdrop White subject Purple b/g

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Allium schoenoprasum Chive Pink subject Purple b/g

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Dicentra - variety not identified Bleeding heart Pink subject Green b/g

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Orange subject Black b/g

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Orange subject Black b/g

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Clematis Josephine Clematis Purple subject Purple b/g

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Orange subject Brown b/g

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Acer palmatum Japanese maple Orange subject

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Red subject Black b/g

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Red subject Green b/g

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Rhododendron - variety not identified Flower Plant Daytime Outdoor Growing Close-up Open View - Back view Orientation - Horizontal orientation One Editorial Evergreen Shrub Flowering season - Spring

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Geranium - variety not identified Geranium / Cranesbill Pink subject

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Acer pseudoplatanus Foliage Leaf Twig Plant Daytime Outdoor Growing Close-up View - Back view View - Side view Underneath Orientation - Horizontal orientation Editorial Deciduous Colour Nobody Sunny

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Geranium - variety not identified Geranium / Cranesbill Pink subject

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Catananche caerulea Flower still life studio shot Close-up Closed View - back view View - Side view Orientation - Vertical orientation One Creative Perennial Flowering season - Summer Cottage garden

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Linum perenne Flower Plant Daytime Outdoor Growing Close-up Open View - Back view View - Side view Orientation - Vertical orientation Several Bud Editorial Creative Perennial Flowering season

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Osteospermum Star of the Veldt Osteospermum Pink subject White b/g

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Papaver croceum / Papaver nudicale Poppy - Icelandic poppy Orange subject

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Primula vulgaris Primrose Pink subject Pink b/g

anemone hupehensis var. japonica cultivar, anemone, japanese anemone, pink subject
Anemone hupehensis var. japonica cultivar Anemone - Japanese anemone Pink subject

gerbera cultivar, gerbera, pink subject
Gerbera cultivar Gerbera Pink subject

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Anthemis Sauce Hollandaise Mayweed White subject Blue b/g

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Gerbera - variety not identified Gerbera Pink subject Yellow b/g

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Gerbera - variety not identified Gerbera Pink subject Blue b/g

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Astrantia major Astrantia / Masterwort Red subject Green b/g

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Leucanthemum vulgare Daisy - Ox-eye daisy White subject Blue b/g

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Helleborus orientalis Hellebore Pink subject

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Lilium - variety not identified Lily Pink subject Blue b/g

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Chaerophyllum hirsutum Roseum Chervil - Hairy chervil Pink subject Blue b/g

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Viburnum opulus Guelder rose White subject

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Tulipa - variety not identified Tulip White subject Blue b/g

Bugloss, Echium candicans
753 Bugloss - Pride of Madeira Echium candicans

Orchid, Disa orchid, Disa x watsonii
4747 Orchid - Disa orchid Disa x watsonii orchidae disa x watsonii

Maple Pere Davids Maple Acer davidii Green Deciduous
Leaf and winged seeds of Pere Davids Maple, Acer davidii in sunlight

Vitis vinifera Queen of Esther Red Perennial
Vitis vinifera Queen of Esther, close cropped view of red and yellow, variegated leaf

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"Facing Away: A Glimpse into Hidden Emotions and Unseen Perspectives" In the captivating painting "The Return of the Prodigal Son" by Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn, we witness a poignant moment as the prodigal son faces away from his father, perhaps overwhelmed with shame or uncertainty. This portrayal reminds us that sometimes our deepest emotions are not always visible on the surface. Contrasting this somber scene is Pieter Bruegel the Elder's artwork titled "Whatever I do, I do not Repent, I Keep Pissing against the Moon. " Here, a figure defiantly turns their back to societal norms and expectations. It serves as a reminder that they are also symbolize rebellion and individuality. Abraham Govaerts' painting "A landscape with wood; Diana offers a hare to a nymph; Silenus and Ceres in foreground" presents an intriguing composition where various characters face away from each other. This hints at hidden narratives within nature's realm, leaving viewers curious about untold stories lurking behind their turned backs. Moving beyond paintings, Listvianka captures our attention with its serene beauty. As we gaze upon this picturesque location nestled near Lake Baikal in Russia, it invites us to turn our backs on everyday worries and immerse ourselves in nature's tranquility. Meanwhile, a captive coati stands poised but facing away from us. Its enigmatic demeanor leaves us wondering what thoughts lie beneath its exterior—a testament to how even animals can evoke curiosity through their mysterious expressions. Similarly captivating is the male leopard caught mid-stride while facing away. With its powerful presence juxtaposed against hidden intentions masked by its turned head, it reminds us of both grace and danger lurking just out of sight. Maria Konstantinowka Bashkirtseff's painting "The Meeting" portrays two figures engrossed in conversation yet turning slightly away from each other.