Hand Behind Back Collection

Kaiser & Archduke Friedrich, 26 Jul 1915. Creator: Bain News Service. Kaiser & Archduke Friedrich, 26 Jul 1915
Kaiser & Archduke Friedrich, 26 Jul 1915 (date created or published later). Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany (1859-1941) with Archduke Friedrich

The Actor Ichimura Kakitsu IV in a Female Role, between circa 1863 and circa 1868. Creator: Toyohara Kunichika
The Actor Ichimura Kakitsu IV in a Female Role, between circa 1863 and circa 1868

Javanese Court Officials, c.1820-c.1870. Creator: Unknown
Javanese Court Officials, c.1820-c.1870. Clothes make the man, so too in Indonesia. These are not actual portraits, but types

Javanese Court Officials, c.1820-c.1870. Creator: Unknown
Javanese Court Officials, c.1820-c.1870. Clothes make the man, so too in Indonesia. These are not actual portraits, but types

U.S.S. New York, Ensign Castleman, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Ensign Castleman, between 1893 and 1901

Newson, Mr. portrait photograph, 1917 Apr. 18. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Newson, Mr. portrait photograph, 1917 Apr. 18

Full-length portrait of man, with studio props, c1880-c1889. Creator: Richmond Photograph Co
Full-length portrait of man, with studio props, c1880-c1889

Man in suit, 1850. Creator: Per Sodermark
Man in suit, 1850

Thorn farmer on courtship, 1877. Creator: Jacob Kulle
Thorn farmer on courtship, 1877. Ordinary interior with a man dressed in folk costume knocking on a door. Behind his back he hides a flower

Sensitive, undated. (c1920s) Creator: George Kolbe
Sensitive, undated. (1920s)

Unidentified man, ca. 1860-1865. Creator: Unknown
Unidentified man, ca. 1860-1865

Rev. A. A. Haines, ca. 1860-1865. Creator: Unknown
Rev. A.A. Haines, ca. 1860-1865

John Bulls First Visit to his Old Friend the New Secretary, published March 3, 1806

A New Mode of Presenting Two Addresses at Once, published February 1818

Welcomed Attention (oil on canvas)
1769865 Welcomed Attention (oil on canvas) by Andreotti, Federigo (1847-1930); 154.9x110.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Welcomed Attention. Frederico Andreotti (1847-1930). Oil on canvas

Penelope, (oil on canvas)
657247 Penelope, (oil on canvas) by Philpot, Glyn Warren (1884-1937); 136x91.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Penelope. Glyn Warren Philpot (1884-1937). Oil on canvas. 136 x 91.8cm

Standing Nude with a Necklace, c. 1923 (oil on canvas)
1196568 Standing Nude with a Necklace, c. 1923 (oil on canvas) by Lebasque, Henri (1865-1937); 116.1x80.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

A First Attempt, 1860 (oil on canvas)
659817 A First Attempt, 1860 (oil on canvas) by Hughes, Thomas John (fl.1879-92); 76x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A First Attempt. Thomas John Hughes (active 1851-1865). Oil on canvas

A Nymph Holding a Laurel Branch, 1900 (oil on canvas)
827060 A Nymph Holding a Laurel Branch, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 160.8x71.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Nymph Holding a Laurel Branch)

Nude Study (Two Women Standing); Etude de Nu (Deux Femmes Debout)
825892 Nude Study (Two Women Standing); Etude de Nu (Deux Femmes Debout), (black chalk on paper laid down on cardboard) by Degas

In the Bluebell Wood, (oil on canvas)
991395 In the Bluebell Wood, (oil on canvas) by Henry, George F. (1858-1943); 147.4x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Bluebell Wood. George F. Henry (1858-1943). Oil on canvas

Three Dancers (Green Corsets); Trois danseuses (corsages verts), c
1768915 Three Dancers (Green Corsets); Trois danseuses (corsages verts), c.1900 (pastel on paper laid down on board) by Degas

Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrichs; Portrait des Bildhauers Nikolaus Friedrichs
656403 Portrait of the Sculptor Nikolaus Friedrichs; Portrait des Bildhauers Nikolaus Friedrichs, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Corinth

At the Police Station, 1857 (oil on canvas)
659651 At the Police Station, 1857 (oil on canvas) by Unker, Carl-Hendrik d (1828-66); 93.5x138.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Police Station. Carl Henrik Unker (1828-1866)

A Fair Maiden (oil on canvas)
1769863 A Fair Maiden (oil on canvas) by Costa, Giovanni (Nino) (1826-1903); 121.9x71.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Fair Maiden. Giovanni Costa (1826-1903). Oil on canvas

The Black Veil, (oil on canvas)
827293 The Black Veil, (oil on canvas) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); 93.5x61.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Black Veil. Giovanni Boldini (1842-1931). Oil on canvas

Seated Nude; Nu Assise, (oil on canvas)
825758 Seated Nude; Nu Assise, (oil on canvas) by Lebasque, Henri (1865-1937); 65.4x50.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seated Nude; Nu Assise. Henri Lebasque (1865-1937). Oil on canvas

Alathea, 1895 (oil on canvas)
985476 Alathea, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Alexander, John White (1856-1915); 61.3x33.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Alathea. John White Alexander (1856-1915). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1895

Fingers crossed behind womans back
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"Unveiling the Mystery: The Enigmatic Gesture of Hand Behind Back" In the realm of art, certain poses and gestures have captivated viewers throughout history. One such intriguing pose is the enigmatic "hand behind back. " From a standing nude in charcoal and pastel to an unidentified man captured in a photograph, this gesture has left us pondering its significance. Dating back to as early as 1860, we find Hon. Isaac Newton Arnold, aide to Colonel Hunter at the Battle of Bull Run, adopting this mysterious stance. Who was he? What thoughts were concealed within his hidden hand? Similarly shrouded in secrecy is Rev. A. A. Haines from that same era—a figure whose intentions remain unknown but evoke curiosity nonetheless. Moving further into history, we encounter John Bulls' first visit to his old friend, published in 1806—an artwork that hints at hidden agendas and clandestine conversations through its portrayal of a hand discreetly tucked away. Fast forward to February 1818 when another artistic representation emerged—depicting "A New Mode of Presenting Two Addresses at Once. " Here we witness how concealing one's hand can convey multiple messages simultaneously. But it's not just historical figures who adopt this gesture; artists themselves have explored its allure. In "Welcomed Attention, " an oil painting captures a moment where intrigue lies behind the artist's own back—inviting viewers into their world of creativity. The motif extends beyond paintings too; carved wood sculptures like "Standing Girls" from 1914-1915 showcase how even three-dimensional forms embrace this captivating pose with grace and elegance. "Dans les Coulisses, " created in 1878 using gouache and watercolor techniques, takes us behind the stage curtains where performers hide secrets beneath their poised hands—a glimpse into their private worlds amidst public admiration. Penelope herself becomes part of this narrative with her oil on canvas depiction—an embodiment of patience and resilience, her hidden hand symbolizing the strength she possesses within.