Fingernail Collection

Anatomy of Organs Engraving
Engraved illustrations of Anatomy of the Fasciae, Integuents, and Organs of Mastication and Respiration from Iconographic Encyclopedia of Science, Literature and Art, Published in 1851

Cambodian voters take pictures of their ink stained fingers after they voted, outside a polling station during a general election in Phnom Penh, Cambodia July 29, 2018

Mrs. James Bush, portrait photograph, 1919 Nov. 18. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Mrs. James Bush, portrait photograph, 1919 Nov. 18

Emery in the Shape of a Strawberry, c. 1937. Creator: Ann Gene Buckley
Emery in the Shape of a Strawberry, c. 1937

It is good to cut one's fingernails (Tsume tori yoshi), from the series "A Series for... c. 1822
It is good to cut one's fingernails (Tsume tori yoshi), from the series "A Series for the Hanazono Group (Hanazono bantsuzuki)", c. 1822

Study of the arm and the hand of an angle of the Virgin of the Rocks. Charcoal and pen drawing and lighted with white lead by Leonardo da Vinci, preserved at the Royal Library of Windsor

"Sinfonia": a woman's hands holding calla lillies Argentina Buenos Aires. Date of Photograph:1940 ca

"Manos de Artista". The hands of a young man illuminated by the bright light Argentina Buenos Aires. Date of Photograph:1940 ca

Closeup of hands of an elderly Florence. Date of Photograph:04/1962

George Grossmith (1847-1912), English comedian, writer and actor, early 20th century. Artist: Rotary Photo
George Grossmith (1847-1912), English comedian, writer and actor, early 20th century

Reaching No 01
Pictufy Studio III

Chosen No 01
Pictufy Studio III

Trimming Her Nails, c. 1755. Creator: Torii Kiyohiro
Trimming Her Nails, c. 1755

The Actor Onoe Matsusuke I as the Ghost of Ki no Natora in the Play Kiku no En Mukashi no Miyako, Performed at the Nakamura Theater in the Eighth Month, 1791, c. 1791

Woman Fixing Her Nails, 883. Creator: Theophile Alexandre Steinlen
Woman Fixing Her Nails, 883

Woman Cutting Her Nails after Gathering Herbs, 19th century. Creator: Kubo Shunman
Woman Cutting Her Nails after Gathering Herbs, 19th century

A Young Man in a Turban holding a Roemer: The Fingernail Test, (oil on canvas)
827789 A Young Man in a Turban holding a Roemer: The Fingernail Test, (oil on canvas) by Sweerts, Michael (1618-64); 74x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Young Man in a Turban holding a Roemer)

Cartoon of an Old Woman, etched by Isaac Cruikshank (1764-1811) (coloured etching)
BAL43108 Cartoon of an Old Woman, etched by Isaac Cruikshank (1764-1811) (coloured etching) by Woodward, George Moutard (c.1760-1809) (after); O Shea Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Womans Hand Chooses Between a Variety of Food Items, 1951 (screen print)
2630040 Womans Hand Chooses Between a Variety of Food Items, 1951 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Chinese Doctor (b / w photo)
3643150 Chinese Doctor (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese Doctor. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Bakelite case for nail buffer from dresser set owned by Lena Horne, mid 20th Century
It is made of semi-translucent orange Bakelite plastic and is rectangular in shape with an oval bowl that is missing a large section

Two Chinese Scholars Practicing Calligraphy in Their Studio, ca. 1840. Creator: Unknown
Two Chinese Scholars Practicing Calligraphy in Their Studio, ca. 1840

Portrait of Tsow Chaoong, 1847. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Tsow Chaoong, 1847

Close-up of Muslim woman holding Islamic prayer beads, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Old Woman Cutting Her Nails, ca. 1655-60. Creator: Style of Rembrandt (Dutch, second
Old Woman Cutting Her Nails, ca. 1655-60

Hand of a Woman
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Womans Hand Wearing Engagement Ring
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Womans hand with red fingernails
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Skeleton Wearing a Red Hooded Cape
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Catholic woman with the Holy Bible in hands, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Old Woman Cutting Her Nails, 18th or 19th century. Artist: J Haid
Old Woman Cutting Her Nails, 19th century(?). After a painting of 1655-1660 by Rembrandt

Elegant woman (Close-up of hands), (B&W)

Woman biting nails

Feet On A Scale

INDIA: GARUDA, c1780. Ramayana myth: Rama (Vishnu) and his wife Sita (Lakshmi) riding on Garuda, the sun-eagle. Indian miniature, c1780

ai, ar, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, beauty, biting, biting fingernail
Curious cyborg woman

Illustration of human hand with cross section at wrist showing arteries, veins and nerves

Illustration of Brazilian Gold Frog (Brachycephalus didactylus) on fingernail

Illustration of a finger on push pin

Illustration of an Iguanodon polishing her nails

The Painter Otto Eckmann (1865-1902) 1897 (oil on canvas)
XKH141053 The Painter Otto Eckmann (1865-1902) 1897 (oil on canvas) by Corinth, Lovis (Franz Heinrich Louis) (1858-1925); 110x55 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

TZ U HSI (1835-1908). Dowager Empress of China

Woman raising hands (Close-up of hands), (B&W)

Colourful Nails
Colorful fingernails painted in holiday patterns for Christmas

Hand wearing black plastic nails holding a Halloween ghost biscuit

Using fingernail to test lid vacuum on a jar of preserved peaches, close-up

Digital illustration of man making natural rope using thumbnail to tease fibrous layer away from crushed nettle stem

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"Fingernail: A Window to History, Culture, and Expression" From ancient engravings depicting the intricate anatomy of organs to modern-day snapshots capturing ink-stained fingers of Cambodian voters proudly displaying their democratic participation. The fingernail has been a canvas for human stories throughout time. In the early 20th century, English comedian George Grossmith used his expressive hands, complete with perfectly manicured nails, to captivate audiences on stage. His comedic genius knew no bounds as he entertained with wit and charm. Traveling back in time to c. 1755 Japan, we witness Torii Kiyohiro's portrayal of a woman meticulously trimming her nails. This delicate act symbolizes beauty rituals that have transcended generations and cultures. The world of theater also found inspiration in the fingernail's allure. Onoe Matsusuke I mesmerized audiences as the Ghost of Ki no Natora in "Kiku no En Mukashi, " his haunting presence accentuated by long, pointed nails evoking both fear and fascination. Steinlen's artwork from 1883 showcases a woman fixing her nails—a simple yet powerful image that speaks volumes about self-care and personal grooming practices embraced by women across different eras. Meanwhile, Kubo Shunman takes us into nature's realm during the 19th century when a woman cuts her nails after gathering herbs—an intimate moment where practicality meets aesthetics amidst tranquil surroundings. Artistic interpretations aside, even scientific endeavors have involved this tiny part of our body. In an oil painting titled "A Young Man in a Turban holding a Roemer: The Fingernail Test, " it becomes evident how something as small as a they are serve as an indicator or tool for various tests or examinations.