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Gesture Collection

"Gestures: A Window into History and Culture" From Winston Churchill's iconic V for Victory sign to Fidel Castro's impassioned speeches

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Gesture Collection: Winston Churchill making his famous V for Victory sign, 1942
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Gesture Collection: Daniel Mendoza, engraved by Henry Kinsbury, 1789 (litho)
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Gesture Collection: Brotherly Affection; Affetto fraterno, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
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Gesture Collection: THE HONEYMOONERS, c1955. Left to right: Cast members Jackie Gleason, Audrey Meadows, Art Carney
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Gesture Collection: Et in Arcadia Ego, c1650. Artist: Nicolas Poussin
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Gesture Collection: Fidel Castro - Speech
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Gesture Collection: George Whitefield preaching at Moorfields Fair, 1742
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Gesture Collection: Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers
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Gesture Collection: Zeus / Jupiter
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Gesture Collection: Christ Pantocrator (encaustic on panel)
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Gesture Collection: Statue of the Hindu goddess Durga, Goverdan, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia
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Gesture Collection: Buddha statue (1790)
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Gesture Collection: A signed photograph of Sigmund Freud, c. 1921 (sepia photo)
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Gesture Collection: Royal Air Force Display Poster, Hendon
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Gesture Collection: Jem Mace, Boxer
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Gesture Collection: Figurines of Chairman Mao at antiques shop, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Island
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Gesture Collection: Old people playing bowls at Penzance in West Cornwall, UK
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Gesture Collection: Tennis Chivalry 1930S
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Gesture Collection: Womens Rights / Personali
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Gesture Collection: Jesus of Nazareth
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Gesture Collection: Caesar Releases Domitius
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Gesture Collection: Statue depicting San Gennaro (St. Januarius), by Giuliano Finelli, in the Cappella di San Gennaro
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Gesture Collection: Picture No. 11092755
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Gesture Collection: Mr Pastry, aka Richard Hearne, with lion
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Gesture Collection: Christ as Salvator Mundi
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Gesture Collection: Music cover, On the Good Ship Lollipop, Shirley Temple
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Gesture Collection: 1965 24 Hours of Le Mans
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Gesture Collection: Punk rock group 'Sex Pistols'manager Malcolm McLaren
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Gesture Collection: WWI Poster, The Recruiting Sergeant
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Gesture Collection: Vintage image of boy raising hand in classroom
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Gesture Collection: Gabriele d Annunzio in Fiume (now Rijeka, Croatia)
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Gesture Collection: Queen Elizabeth II North America visit - with Nixon, 1957
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Gesture Collection: Nikolay Urvantsev, Soviet geologist
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Gesture Collection: MONROE & DIMAGGIO, c1954. Marilyn Monroe and her husband Joe DiMaggio, waving to a crowd
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Gesture Collection: The Jewel Box, (pencil and watercolour on paper)
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Gesture Collection: The Fortune Teller, 1899 (oil on canvas)
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Gesture Collection: Seamen salute the resting place of USS Lexington
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Gesture Collection: Saint Luke healing the hydropic child, 17th century (painting)
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Gesture Collection: Advertising poster for the aperitif Diablerets (colour lithograph)
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Gesture Collection: A shooter signals the launch of an F / A-18 Super Hornet
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Gesture Collection: (1894-1971). Soviet politician. Photographed c1960
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Gesture Collection: NATIVE AMERICANS: SIGN LANGUAGE. The Shoshone chief Tendoy using signs to communicate with
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Gesture Collection: Two Women Kiss
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Gesture Collection: FOOTBALL GAME, 1965. Defensive tackle Roger Brown of the Detroit Lions exults after sacking
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Gesture Collection: Standing Buddha statue
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Gesture Collection: Dancers, Bali
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Gesture Collection: Summer, 1929 (oil on canvas)
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Gesture Collection: Portrait of Captain Marshall Roberts, Master of the Fox Hounds, 1926 (oil on canvas)


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"Gestures: A Window into History and Culture" From Winston Churchill's iconic V for Victory sign to Fidel Castro's impassioned speeches, gestures have long played a significant role in shaping our world. They convey emotions, beliefs, and aspirations that transcend language barriers. In 1942, as the world was engulfed in war, Churchill's defiant gesture became a symbol of hope and resilience. In the realm of entertainment, Jackie Gleason and his fellow cast members from The Honeymooners immortalized their camaraderie through gestures captured in publicity photographs. These gestures spoke volumes about friendship and laughter shared on screen during the 1950s. Gestures also hold historical significance beyond politics and entertainment. Daniel Mendoza's lithograph showcases his boxing prowess while Sigmund Freud's signed photograph captures the enigmatic presence of one of psychology's greatest minds. Artistic expressions often find solace in gestures too. From Christ Pantocrator’s serene encaustic gaze to Nicolas Poussin’s poignant Et in Arcadia Ego painting, these works evoke deep contemplation through subtle hand movements. Religion is replete with meaningful gestures as well. George Whitefield passionately preaching at Moorfields Fair or Fred Astaire gracefully dancing alongside Ginger Rogers demonstrate how body language can inspire faith or captivate audiences with its elegance. Beyond Western culture lies an array of diverse traditions represented by Zeus/Jupiter statues or Hindu goddess Durga sculptures adorning temples across India. Each gesture carries profound spiritual meaning within its cultural context. Lastly, Buddha’s statue from 1790 reminds us of enlightenment achieved through peaceful meditation—a timeless gesture that continues to resonate today. These glimpses into history remind us that they are not mere physical actions but powerful conduits for human expression—bridging gaps between cultures, transcending time itself—and reminding us all that sometimes words are simply not enough to convey what our hearts truly feel.