Ripped Collection (page 3)

Get A Puppy, They Said
Mike Melnotte

Portrait of boxer, Teddy Baldock, waking down a street. August 1956

Bros in Concert at the NEC in Birmingham 19th December 1988. Matt Goss (right) and brother Luke Goss greet their fans as they take to the stage at the NEC, complete with kneeless jeans

A five-storey dwellings heavily damaged by a bomb by a zeppelin attack. Date: 1916

Coypu (nutria) (Myocastor coypus), Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Bare-chested man in jeans

Bare-chested man in jeans, kneeling

Athletic man, chest, front, chest, abdomen

Athletic man, back, shoulders

Man with a naked torso wearing long underwear with a dog in a horse barn sitting on bales of hay

Man with a naked torso wearing a pair of jeans

Naked man holding a blank sign in his hands

Young man smiling, portrait, bare-chested

Young man wearing underwear kneeling on a sofa

Young man wearing underwear standing in front of nostalgic wallpaper

Athletic man, early 30s, bare-chested
Athletic man, early 30 s, bare-chested

Young smiling man wearing underwear kneeling on a sofa

Masculine man without a shirt, wearing a cowboy hat and holding a guitar on a beach

Interior of a vintage truck
Interior view of a old, worn truck with Pioneer Peak visible out of the automobile window, South-central Alaska; Palmer, Alaska, United States of America

Black and white illustration of chequered flag

Young athlete wearing grey underpants

Young athlete in jeans, with half-naked chest

Man with Golden Retriever on his shoulder

Athletic man, front, chest, abdomen

Bare-chested young man, portrait

Muscular man wearing swimming trunks posing on beach

Young shirtless skater in front of a concrete wall, sitting on his skateboard

Easel and artist on a cutout Christmas card -- a mans face can be seen through a hole in the canvas, and the artist is falling backwards in surprise. (1 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Easel and boy on a cutout Christmas card -- he has stuck his head through the canvas from the back, making the shocked artist fall backwards on the other side. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card in the shape of a luggage label
Christmas card in the shape of a leather luggage label with a dogs head breaking through the centre. Date: circa 1890s

Cat and dog on a circular greetings card, puzzling over an alphabet book. Date: circa 1900s

Cat and dog on a circular Christmas card, puzzling over an alphabet book. Date: circa 1900s

Talk of the North posters advertising entertainments, including Jim Bowen, Stan Boardman and Susan Maughan. At a Monday disco, beer prices are dramatically slashed. Date: 1970s

Little dog breaking through paper on a Christmas card
Little dog breaking through a sheet of paper on a Christmas card, with seasonal verse. Date: circa 1890s

Three dogs chasing a mouse on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Cartoon, At the rear, WW1
Cartoon, At the rear, showing two civilians commenting on the state of the German soldiers trousers, all tattered at the back. Date: 1915

A Little Offensive by Edmund Blampied
A lady has the skirt of her evening gown ripped by a cupid ( with a " ripping" result ). Date: 1916

Trompe l Oeil Portrait of a Lady (oil on canvas)
XIR173087 Trompe l Oeil Portrait of a Lady (oil on canvas) by Colyer or Collier, Edwaert (c.1640-c.1707); 64.5x33 cm; Ateneum Art Museum, Finnish National Gallery, Helsinki, Finland; Dutch

Portrait of a young man in warm tones

Athletic man, chest, hands

Athletic man, upper body, hands

Muscular man wearing swimming trunks standing on a beach

Rebellious man wearing jeans and a plaid shirt at a gas station, smoking

Bare-chested young man wearing pyjama bottoms lying in bed

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"Ripped: A Journey Through Strength, Resilience, and Artistic Expression" In the realm of art and athleticism, the concept of being "ripped" takes on various forms. From historical figures like Black John of Tetcott to modern-day icons such as Eugen Sandow, this caption delves into the multifaceted nature of strength and resilience. The artwork captures an athletic young man in shorts with a ball lying on a stone floor. His muscular physique tells a story of dedication and hard work. Yet, hidden beneath his strong exterior lies vulnerability - a damaged knee ligament that serves as a reminder that even the strongest can face setbacks. Moving forward, we encounter a young smiling man wearing underwear standing against nostalgic wallpaper. This juxtaposition highlights how our past experiences shape us physically and emotionally. It reminds us that true strength comes from embracing our vulnerabilities with grace. Eugen Sandow's classical ancient Greco-Roman pose further emphasizes the connection between physicality and artistry. In this black-and-white photo from 1894, his chiseled body showcases not only his immense strength but also his ability to embody timeless beauty through movement. A stark contrast is found in the image of a bare-chested man laughing amidst hay bales in a horse barn. Here we witness raw joy emanating from within - an embodiment of inner strength transcending physical appearance. Continuing along this journey, we encounter diverse representations of masculinity - from young men leaning against concrete walls or posing for portraits while wearing bathing trunks or nothing at all. Each individual exudes confidence in their own unique way; their smiles reflect self-acceptance and pride in their bodies. However, it is important to remember that true strength also lies within forgiveness. As symbolized by Grendel's Arm Ripped - an allusion to Beowulf's tale - letting go allows one to move forward unburdened by past grievances.