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"Unveiling the Power of Physique: A Glimpse into the Inter-war Period British Military Recruitment Poster" Step back in time to the inter-war period

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Physique Collection: British Military Recruitment Poster - Inter-war period
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Physique Collection: Ahmed Madrali
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Physique Collection: Eugene Sandow, Prussian strongman
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Physique Collection: Comic postcard, Enormous man with woman in the sea Date: 20th century
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Physique Collection: Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
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Physique Collection: Wrestlers, from Wrestlers, plate 3, 1552. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
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Physique Collection: Nikola Tesla / Nature 1892
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Physique Collection: The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes
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Physique Collection: The Union of Earth and Water (Antwerp and the Scheldt), c1618. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
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Physique Collection: The International Exhibition: 'The Grapplers', group in bronzed zinc... 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Physique Collection: Portrait of a male nude, c. 1895 (photo)
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Physique Collection: Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 7, 1552. Creators: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
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Physique Collection: Plate 1: Saturn in a niche devouring his son, standing before a scythe
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Physique Collection: Two Nude Male Studies, Given by Raphael to Durer 1515, (1912). Artist: Raphael
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Physique Collection: Black Angel 2
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Physique Collection: Black Angel 1
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Physique Collection: Harry Wills, Boxer
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Physique Collection: Physical examination for U. S. army, 1917 (b/w photo)
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Physique Collection: New Recruit Kemit Kuhn of West Virginia, being Examined by Army Doctor Major Seth Gayle
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Physique Collection: The Apollo Belvedere from the Vatican his left hand resting on the tree trunk aroun... ca. 1510-27
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Physique Collection: Diomedes, bust and shoulders, 1790-1800. Creator: Johann Heinrich Wilhelm Tischbein
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Physique Collection: Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho)
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Physique Collection: Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho)
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Physique Collection: Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho)
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Physique Collection: Lady at the Doctors I; Dame beim Arzt I, 1948 (oil on canvas)
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Physique Collection: Adam, Modeled 1881, cast about 1924. Creator: Auguste Rodin
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Physique Collection: Jupiter Rebuked by Venus, c. 1612 / 13. Creator: Abraham Janssens
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Physique Collection: The Golden Age, 1875. Creator: Edward John Poynter
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Physique Collection: The Roentgen (Rontgen) or X-rays. Discovered in 1895. Illustration representing
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Physique Collection: Woman Wearing Bonnet, c. 1889 (oil on canvas)
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Physique Collection: Detail of Wellington and his officers from a Berlin gold-ground slender campana vase
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Physique Collection: How to Become Strong (engraving)
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Physique Collection: Comforting (engraving)
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Physique Collection: Schoolboys on playing fields (b / w photo)
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Physique Collection: The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b / w photo)
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Physique Collection: The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b / w photo)
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Physique Collection: The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b / w photo)
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Physique Collection: The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b / w photo)
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Physique Collection: Illustration for The Male Body (b / w photo)
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Physique Collection: Illustration for The Male Body (b / w photo)


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"Unveiling the Power of Physique: A Glimpse into the Inter-war Period British Military Recruitment Poster" Step back in time to the inter-war period, where a captivating British military recruitment poster proudly showcased the epitome of physical strength and endurance. Drawing inspiration from renowned figures like Eugene Sandow, the Prussian strongman, this poster aimed to entice young men with its depiction of an ideal physique. Eugene Sandow himself was a symbol of power and masculinity during his time. In a classical ancient Greco-Roman pose captured in a black and white photograph from 1894, he exuded grace and strength simultaneously. His chiseled muscles were reminiscent of ancient Greek gods, inspiring awe among those who beheld him. But physique wasn't limited to just Sandow; it transcended boundaries and cultures. Ahmed Madrali's larger-than-life comic postcard depicted an enormous man frolicking with a woman in the sea during the 20th century. This playful representation highlighted how size could be celebrated humorously while still emphasizing physicality. Even Nikola Tesla recognized nature's role in shaping one's physique as evidenced by his portrait taken in 1892 against a backdrop of lush greenery. The Peking Observatory further emphasized this connection between human form and natural surroundings through Jean Baptiste du Haldes' illustration. Artistic interpretations also played their part in immortalizing physiques throughout history. Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece "The Union of Earth and Water (Antwerp and the Scheldt)" showcased muscular bodies intertwined harmoniously within its grandeur, proving that even centuries ago, society revered physical prowess. Science too had its say on physique; James Clerk Maxwell's theoretical work delved into understanding energy flow within our bodies - another testament to humanity's fascination with unlocking our physical potential. Not limited to mere admiration or artistic expression alone, sports became arenas for showcasing exceptional physiques.