Nail Collection (page 2)

An employee rolls tobacco at the Corona tobacco factory in Havana
REFILE - CORRECTING MONTH An employee rolls tobacco at the Corona tobacco factory in Havana, Cuba, July 3, 2019. REUTERS/Alexandre Meneghini

new york
Carlos Gonzalez

The white hunter
Mircea Costina

Reaching No 02
Pictufy Studio III

Reaching No 01
Pictufy Studio III

Oyster & Pearls No 01
Pictufy Studio III

Gerbera girl
Suguru Sumimoto

Nail Polishes
Martina

Hands Connect
Beth Cai

Pssst
Martina

Mrs Chips the Carpenter's Wife

Master Chips the Carpenter's Son

Advert for Peggy Sage
Wartime advert for Peggy Sage Salons and nail polish. Date: 1940

Saint Luke Painting the Crucifixion, by Zurbaran
Francisco de Zurbaran (1598-1664). Spanish painter. Saint Luke Painting the Crucifixion. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain. Date: circa 1650

NAIL TALISMAN
GNOSTIC NAIL TALISMAN 2nd century Gnostics wore these inscribed nails to protect them against lemures - spirits of the unhappy dead Date: 1923

Human Figure (wood, metal, feathers)
938600 Human Figure (wood, metal, feathers) by African School; Private Collection

Screw-city
Fred Louwen

The infant Christ asleep on a cross, his head resting on a skull, a crown of thorn... 17th century. Creator: Anon
The infant Christ asleep on a cross, his head resting on a skull, a crown of thorns and nails in the foreground, after Reni, 17th century

Plate 14: Main Altarpiece, Chimayo: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico", 1935/1942

Usa, California. Old latch and bolt, ghost town of Bodie

Lips of a Tulip
Ruslan Bolgov (Axe)

BLOOD QUEEN
DEBASISH CHATTOPADHYAY

Jesus being nailed to the Cross, 1520
2562742 Jesus being nailed to the Cross, 1520 by Pordenone, Giovanni Antonio (1484-1539); Duomo (Cattedrale Santa Maria dell Assunta), Cremona, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Cremona)

Crucifixion (polychrome wood)
875177 Crucifixion (polychrome wood) by Italian School, (15th century); Museo e Galleria Mozzi Bardini, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; © Giuliano Valsecchi; Italian, out of copyright

The Resurrection, c. 1475 (oil on wood)
FIA5388043 The Resurrection, c.1475 (oil on wood) by Bermejo, (Bartolome de Cardenas) (c.1435/40-1500); 90x69 cm; Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain; Photo © Fine Art Images

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

Crucifix, 1230 / 40. Creator: Master of the Bigallo Crucifix
Crucifix, 1230/40

Crucifixion of Saint Peter, 1770 / 80. Creators: Luigi Valadier, Workshop of Luigi Valadier
Crucifixion of Saint Peter, 1770/80

Corpus of Christ, from the Altarpiece of the Crucifixion, 1391-99

The Crucifixion, c. 1487. Creator: Carlo Crivelli
The Crucifixion, c. 1487

Hinge Butt, c. 1940. Creator: Nicholas Amantea
Hinge Butt, c. 1940

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

Christ crucified on the cross, a skull at the base, ca. 1770-1803
Christ crucified on the cross, a skull at the base, after Reni, ca. 1770-1803. [In manus tuas commendo spiritum meum - Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit]

The Entombment, ca. 1622. Creator: Giovanni Temini
The Entombment, ca. 1622

A Still-Life of Vegetables by a Wall, 1890 (oil on canvas)
658930 A Still-Life of Vegetables by a Wall, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Egger-Lienz, Albin (1868-1926); 81x110.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Still-Life of Vegetables by a Wall)

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)

A Victorian New Year card of a boy and a girl nailing a New Year message to a tree, c
3603669 A Victorian New Year card of a boy and a girl nailing a New Year message to a tree, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

Going to Market under Difficulties, a Nail in the Shoe (engraving)
1038815 Going to Market under Difficulties, a Nail in the Shoe (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Going to Market under Difficulties, a Nail in the Shoe)

The Entombment of Christ (litho)
972478 The Entombment of Christ (litho) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Entombment of Christ)

Department of Aisne in northern France (chromolitho)
724678 Department of Aisne in northern France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Department of Aisne in northern France)

Interieur d une clouterie (engraving)
2781389 Interieur d une clouterie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interieur d une clouterie)

A German Fakir - man undergoing extreme accupuncture
A German Fakir - man undergoing extreme acupuncture through his neck and tongue - c.1920s

Comic postcard, Dog with horseshoe tied to tail - not so lucky! Date: 20th century

Trade Card for Paul Revere and Son, at their Bell and Cannon Foundry, c
1248907 Trade Card for Paul Revere and Son, at their Bell and Cannon Foundry, c.1800 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); 7.4x11.4 cm; Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston, MA

Group of women, Ouled Nail Algeria, French flag flying
Group of women, Ouled Nail, Algeria, with French flag flying. Vintage 19th century photograph

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"Nail: From Ostrich Legs to Crucifixion, a Journey through History and Culture" In Central America's vibrant Costa Rica, the art of hand manicure takes center stage. Skilled artisans delicately shape nails into works of art, transforming them into stunning extensions of beauty. But nails have always played diverse roles throughout history. From a simple case of nails and screws used for construction to their unexpected connection with chloroform experiments in the early days of scientific exploration. Did you know that even toilets had a role to play in the evolution care? In 1930, toilet manicures were all the rage as women sought innovative ways to pamper themselves. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves in Victoria, Gozo, Malta - where crucifixion became synonymous with nails. The haunting image reminds us of the sacrifices made throughout Europe's tumultuous past. On a lighter note, nail polish remover has become an essential tool for those seeking change or simply wanting a fresh start. It effortlessly wipes away layers of color and allows for endless possibilities. Venturing further eastward brings us face-to-face with the captivating Women of the Algerian Berber Ouled Nails Tribe. Their intricate nail designs tell stories passed down through generations - each stroke representing resilience and cultural heritage. Witnessing the Dance of the Ouled Nails in Southern Algeria is like stepping into another world altogether. This mesmerizing performance celebrates tradition while showcasing grace and elegance unique to North Africa. Looking back at history reveals fascinating glimpses into how nails shaped societies worldwide. An advert from 1913 showcases John Pound & Co cases - reminding us that even mundane objects can leave lasting impressions on our collective memory. Finally, let's not forget "The Village Blacksmith" immortalized by Richard Elmore's painting turned line engraving in 1862. A testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship that continues to inspire awe today.