Forearm Collection

Victorian Scrap - Tattooing - an old custom in the navy. late 19th century

Tattoo-artist, George Burchett, at work on a Tommy
A tattoo artist, George Burchett, in his shop near Waterloo station working on the forearm of a soldier, while a lady who has just received a tattoo of her own, admires his handiwork

Arm circulation, anatomical artwork C013 / 7419
Arm anatomy. Computer artwork showing the muscles (brown), ligaments (white), arteries (red), veins (blue), lymph vessels (yellow), and lymph nodes (round, yellow) of a human arm

The human body with superimposed colored plates by Julien Bougle
The human body with superimposed colored plates, by Julien Bougle, circa 1899

An engraving depicting a Swedish movement cure: flexing of the forearm, 19th century
5311615 An engraving depicting a Swedish movement cure: flexing of the forearm, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1891); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Anatomy of human forearm muscles, superficial anterior view

Study of a Young Mans Head with Right Arm Outstretched, 1860 (black chalk and w / c on paper)
5861785 Study of a Young Mans Head with Right Arm Outstretched, 1860 (black chalk and w/c on paper) by Poynter, Edward John (1836-1919); 19.6x23.1 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

THE TYRANT OF THE CONTINENT IS FALLEN, 19th century (engraving)
7262219 THE TYRANT OF THE CONTINENT IS FALLEN, 19th century (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Bromley Museum, Orpington, UK; (add.info.: THE TYRANT OF THE CONTINENT IS FALLEN)

John Valerius, born without hands or arms, 18th century. 1869 (lithograph)
7232982 John Valerius, born without hands or arms, 18th century. 1869 (lithograph) by Cooper, Robert (fl.1800-36); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Valerius, born without hands or arms)

Miss Hawtin, born without arms, 18th century. 1869 (lithograph)
7232977 Miss Hawtin, born without arms, 18th century. 1869 (lithograph) by Cooper, Robert (fl.1800-36); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Hawtin, born without arms, 18th century)

Fruity sauce (colour litho)
7151035 Fruity sauce (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century. Signed: GAS.); © Look and Learn

Muchelney Abbey, Somerset (litho)
7151887 Muchelney Abbey, Somerset (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Muchelney Abbey, Somerset)

Parts of the Horse (engraving)
7186826 Parts of the Horse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parts of the Horse)

Man and chimpanzee (b / w photo)
7165290 Man and chimpanzee (b/w photo) by Biermann, Aenne (1898-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man and chimpanzee)

Dumb-bell Exercises, 4, For Developing Muscles of Forearm (colour litho)
7178646 Dumb-bell Exercises, 4, For Developing Muscles of Forearm (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dumb-bell Exercises, 4)

The Good Ship Depends on the Pilots Strong Arm (engraving)
7165765 The Good Ship Depends on the Pilots Strong Arm (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Good Ship Depends on the Pilots Strong Arm)

Faults on Both Sides (engraving)
7167130 Faults on Both Sides (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faults on Both Sides)

Human Arm as Lever (engraving)
7186869 Human Arm as Lever (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Human Arm as Lever)

De Motu Cordi, set Sanguinis in Animalibus (The Motion of the Heart
5615726 De Motu Cordi, set Sanguinis in Animalibus (The Motion of the Heart and Blood in Living Beings) by William Harvey (1578-1657)

The Duce, in the tenth anniversary (colour litho)
2783639 The Duce, in the tenth anniversary (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duce, in the tenth anniversary)

A gigantic octopus, exposed in a tub on a beach near Toulon, has seized... (colour litho)
2783584 A gigantic octopus, exposed in a tub on a beach near Toulon, has seized... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A gigantic octopus)

Maternal Heroism (Colour Litho)
2778162 Maternal Heroism (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maternal heroism)

A crazy horse launched himself mad in a town in Bergamo, threatening... (colour litho)
2778061 A crazy horse launched himself mad in a town in Bergamo, threatening... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

In a hamlet of Barge (Cuneo) a man, slipping, had fallen over an abyss and remained... (colour litho)
2783983 In a hamlet of Barge (Cuneo) a man, slipping, had fallen over an abyss and remained... (colour litho) by Beltrame

A dramatic scene at the Zoological Garden in Rome (colour litho)
2809121 A dramatic scene at the Zoological Garden in Rome (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A dramatic scene at the Zoological Garden in Rome)

A shower of banknotes in the streets of Berlin (colour litho)
2808880 A shower of banknotes in the streets of Berlin (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A shower of banknotes in the streets of Berlin)

De Motu Cordi, set Sanguinis in Animalibus (The Motion of the Heart
5615725 De Motu Cordi, set Sanguinis in Animalibus (The Motion of the Heart and Blood in Living Beings) by William Harvey (1578-1657)

Tattooed American soldier, c. 1941 (b / w photo)
1142035 Tattooed American soldier, c.1941 (b/w photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

A Mothers Tremendous Hours (Colour Litho)
2778313 A Mothers Tremendous Hours (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tremendous hours of a mother)

Vambrace, c. 1560 (steel)
490783 Vambrace, c.1560 (steel) by German School, (16th century); 17.2x10.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Etched and embossed with strapwork bands)

Anatomy, Biology, Broken, Close-Up, Color Image, Colored Background, Forearm, Fracture, Healthcare And Medicine, Human Arm, Human Bone, Human Figure, Human Hand, Photography, Radius, The Human Body

Anatomy of female muscular system, back view

Muscle anatomy of the human arm, anterior view

Medical illustration of human arm muscles, four side views

Muscles of the forearm, 1831 artwork
Muscles of the forearm, posterior view. The inset shows the inferior attachment of the long supinator muscle. This anatomical artwork is plate 117 from volume 2 (1831)

Arm bones anatomy engraving 1866
Atlas d anatomie descriptive du corps humain C. Bonamy - Paul Broca Victor Masson et Fils Paris 1866

Muscle anatomy of the human arm, posterior view

Illustration of a flexed arm showing human bicep muscle

Anatomy of forearm muscles, anterior view, middle

Anatomy of human forearm muscles, deep anterior view

Human arm with bone, muscles and nerves

The human skeleton and muscular system, front view
Medical illustration of the human skeleton and muscular system, front view

Anatomy of male body with half skeleton and half muscular system
Anatomy of male body with half skeleton and half muscular representations

Fist clenching movement, artwork C016 / 6795
Fist clenching movement. Artwork of the muscles of the forearm and hand from the front, with red arrows showing the direction of movement of the fingers during flexion to form a fist

Little and ring finger flexion, artwork C016 / 6793
Little and ring finger flexion. Artwork of the muscles of the forearm and hand from the front, with red arrows showing the direction of movement of the little and ring (fourth and third)

Arm anatomy, artwork C013 / 4583
Arm anatomy. Computer artwork of an oblique anterior view looking up a human arm, showing muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue)

Medical illustration of Muscular system, Anterior arm, palm of hand and forearm muscles, drawing
Medicine - Anatomy - Muscular system - Anterior arm, palm of the hand and forearm muscles. Drawing

Right forearm belonging to a bronze statue of a woman. 3rd-1
Greek Art. 3rd-1st century BCE. Right forearm belonging to a bronze statue of a woman. Archaeological Museum of Olympia. Greece

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The forearm, a fascinating part of the human body, has been adorned and studied throughout history. In Victorian times, tattooing was considered an old custom that added intrigue to one's appearance. Artists like George Burchett skillfully etched intricate designs onto the skin, leaving a lasting mark on their clients. Julien Bougle's artwork titled "The Human Body with Superimposed Colored Plates" showcases the complexity of the forearm's anatomy. The detailed illustrations in "Arm Circulation" by C013 / 7419 provide insight into how blood flows through this region. Muscles and tendons play a crucial role in the functionality of our forearms and hands. Anatomical drawings such as "Anatomy of Human Forearm Muscles" give us a deeper understanding of these structures from a superficial anterior view. Artistic depictions also explore different narratives involving forearms. In Judith holding Holofernes' head, painted during the 17th century, we witness strength and determination emanating from her arm as she triumphs over her enemy. A drawing named "Judith and Holopherne" further captures this iconic scene. In contrast to powerful imagery, there are instances where individuals have defied expectations despite physical limitations. John Valerius, born without hands or arms in the 18th century, is depicted in an inspiring lithograph from 1869. Similarly, Miss Hawtin is portrayed in another lithograph from that era showcasing her resilience despite being born without arms. Lastly, art can reflect historical events too; engravings like "THE TYRANT OF THE CONTINENT IS FALLEN, " created during the 19th century capture significant moments that shaped nations. From tattoos to anatomical studies to artistic representations spanning centuries - all offer glimpses into our fascination with forearms: their beauty as well as their incredible potential for strength and expression throughout history.