Cheiromancy Collection

The square, or useful hand (b / w photo)
6006048 The square, or useful hand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The square, or useful hand)

The hand of Mrs Annie Besant (b / w photo)
6006028 The hand of Mrs Annie Besant (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Mrs Annie Besant)

The hand of Mrs Frank Leslie (b / w photo)
6006020 The hand of Mrs Frank Leslie (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Mrs Frank Leslie)

The hand of W T Stead (b / w photo)
6006019 The hand of W T Stead (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of W T Stead)

The hand of Sir John Lubbock (b / w photo)
6006013 The hand of Sir John Lubbock (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Sir John Lubbock)

The hand of E M Curtiss (b / w photo)
6006008 The hand of E M Curtiss (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of E M Curtiss)

The right hand of Sir Arthur Sullivan (b / w photo)
6006006 The right hand of Sir Arthur Sullivan (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The right hand of Sir Arthur Sullivan)

The right hand of Rev Minot J Savage (b / w photo)
6005999 The right hand of Rev Minot J Savage (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The right hand of Rev Minot J Savage)

Miss Lenormand in prison (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT266907 Miss Lenormand in prison (litho) (b/w photo) by Champion, A (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info)

Cheiro (b / w photo)
6006045 Cheiro (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cheiro. Illustration for Cheiros Language of the Hand (14th edn, Nichols, and Rand McNally)

The map of the hand (litho)
6006030 The map of the hand (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The map of the hand)

The hand of Madame Sarah Bernhardt (b / w photo)
6006026 The hand of Madame Sarah Bernhardt (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Madame Sarah Bernhardt)

The hand of Mark Twain (b / w photo)
6006025 The hand of Mark Twain (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Mark Twain)

The right hand of Madame Melba (b / w photo)
6006002 The right hand of Madame Melba (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The right hand of Madame Melba)

The right hand of H N Higinbotham, President Worlds Columbian Exposition (b / w photo)
6005998 The right hand of H N Higinbotham, President Worlds Columbian Exposition (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advertisement for Sunlight soap showing the lines and features of a hand that enable a palm reader to predict someones
6030575 Advertisement for Sunlight soap showing the lines and features of a hand that enable a palm reader to predict someones future (chromolitho) by English School

LeNormand cards in four languages (Hungarian, German, Serb and Croatian)
CHT323075 LeNormand cards in four languages (Hungarian, German, Serb and Croatian), end of the nineteenth century (colour litho) by Hungarian School (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The hand of Sir Edwin Arnold (b / w photo)
6006014 The hand of Sir Edwin Arnold (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Sir Edwin Arnold)

The right hand of Lady Henry Somerset (b / w photo)
6006005 The right hand of Lady Henry Somerset (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The right hand of Lady Henry Somerset)

The conic, or artistic hand (b / w photo)
6006043 The conic, or artistic hand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The conic, or artistic hand)

The hand of a suicide (b / w photo)
6006027 The hand of a suicide (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of a suicide)

The hand of Colonel Robert Ingersoll (b / w photo)
6006021 The hand of Colonel Robert Ingersoll (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Colonel Robert Ingersoll)

The hand of the Rev C H Parkhurst (b / w photo)
6006010 The hand of the Rev C H Parkhurst (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of the Rev C H Parkhurst)

The right hand of a Prominent Member of the House of Commons (b / w photo)
6006004 The right hand of a Prominent Member of the House of Commons (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The right hand of Mr William Whiteley, "The Universal Provider, "London (b / w photo)
6006003 The right hand of Mr William Whiteley, " The Universal Provider, " London (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Cheiros Indian Room, London (b / w photo)
6005997 Cheiros Indian Room, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cheiros Indian Room, London)

Explanation of Empress Josephines left hand by Miss Lenormand
CHT266909 Explanation of Empress Josephines left hand by Miss Lenormand, early 19th century (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The mounts of the hand (litho)
6006039 The mounts of the hand (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The mounts of the hand)

The elementary hand (b / w photo)
6006033 The elementary hand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The elementary hand)

Line formations (litho)
6006032 Line formations (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Line formations. Illustration for Cheiros Language of the Hand (14th edn, Nichols, and Rand McNally)

The hand of Madame Nordica (b / w photo)
6006024 The hand of Madame Nordica (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Madame Nordica)

The hand of John Theo Dore Bentley (b / w photo)
6006023 The hand of John Theo Dore Bentley (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of John Theo Dore Bentley)

The hand of the Lord Chief Justice of England, Lord Russell of Killowen (b / w photo)
6006016 The hand of the Lord Chief Justice of England, Lord Russell of Killowen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The hand of the Countess of Aberdeen (b / w photo)
6006015 The hand of the Countess of Aberdeen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of the Countess of Aberdeen)

The hand of Sir Frederick Leighton (b / w photo)
6006011 The hand of Sir Frederick Leighton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Sir Frederick Leighton)

The right hand of Lord Charles Beresford (b / w photo)
6006001 The right hand of Lord Charles Beresford (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The right hand of Lord Charles Beresford)

Mlle Mily-Meyer in the role of Mlle Le Normand, 1899 (typogravure)
CHT323074 Mlle Mily-Meyer in the role of Mlle Le Normand, 1899 (typogravure) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mlle LeNormand (1772-1843)

The spatulate, or active hand (b / w photo)
6006044 The spatulate, or active hand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The spatulate, or active hand)

The psychic, or idealistic hand (b / w photo)
6006038 The psychic, or idealistic hand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The psychic, or idealistic hand)

The mixed hand (b / w photo)
6006036 The mixed hand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The mixed hand)

The knotty, or philosophic hand (b / w photo)
6006031 The knotty, or philosophic hand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The knotty, or philosophic hand)

The hand of the Right Hon Joseph Chamberlain (b / w photo)
6006018 The hand of the Right Hon Joseph Chamberlain (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of the Right Hon Joseph Chamberlain)

The hand of Austen Chamberlain (b / w photo)
6006017 The hand of Austen Chamberlain (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Austen Chamberlain)

The hand of Swami Vivekananda (b / w photo)
6006012 The hand of Swami Vivekananda (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of Swami Vivekananda)

The left hand of Lady Lindsay (b / w photo)
6006009 The left hand of Lady Lindsay (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The left hand of Lady Lindsay)

The hand of the Right Hon W E Gladstone (b / w photo)
6006007 The hand of the Right Hon W E Gladstone (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand of the Right Hon W E Gladstone)

The right hand of Gen Sir Redvers Buller (b / w photo)
6006000 The right hand of Gen Sir Redvers Buller (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The right hand of Gen Sir Redvers Buller)

Specimen Of The Left Hand With The Lines And Their Horoscopic Denominations. From Science And Literature In The Middle Ages By Paul Lacroix Published London 1878

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"Unveiling the Secrets of Cheiromancy: A Glimpse into the Enigmatic World of Palm Reading" Step back in time to 1894, as we delve into the captivating realm of cheiromancy. Through a series of intriguing black and white photographs, we are introduced to an array of hands that have left their mark on history. First, we encounter the haunting image of Dr Meyer's hand, convicted for a heinous crime on that fateful day in June. The lines etched upon his palm seem to whisper tales untold. Next, we explore "The Square, " or useful hand - its contours suggesting strength and practicality. This enigmatic photograph leaves us pondering what hidden talents lie within those fingers. Moving forward, Mrs Annie Besant's delicate hand captivates our attention. What secrets does her palm hold? Can it reveal her remarkable journey as a social reformer? Intriguingly contrasting with Mrs Besant's hand is that of Mrs Frank Leslie - strong and determined. Does this reflect her resilience as one of America's pioneering female publishers? Continuing our exploration, W T Stead's hand beckons us closer. As a renowned journalist and spiritualist, can his palm offer insights into his groundbreaking work? Sir John Lubbock's distinguished hand follows suit - elegant yet commanding respect. Is there evidence here reflecting his influential role in politics and archaeology? E M Curtiss' mysterious palm invites speculation about their life story; perhaps they were an artist or philosopher whose thoughts were mirrored by intricate lines. Shifting focus to renowned composer Sir Arthur Sullivan’s right hand – could it unveil melodies waiting to be composed? Or does it hint at personal struggles hidden beneath musical genius? Rev Minot J Savage’s right hand offers another perspective altogether – one tinged with spirituality and compassion for humanity. Could this be indicative of his profound sermons touching countless lives.