Finger Nails Collection

Struwwelpeter Cover
Struwwelpeter The cover of the book

Hoffmann / Shock / Head / Pete
SHOCK HEADED PETER..." Never once has comb d his hair"

Jean Marsh as Morgaine whilst on location filming for the Dr Who story Battlefield. 16th May 1989 Picture taken at Hambleton and Rutland Water, East Midlands

Siamese Actor, representing a Noble, with Nail-Cases (engraving)
2791380 Siamese Actor, representing a Noble, with Nail-Cases (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siamese Actor, representing a Noble, with Nail-Cases)

Daily inspection of teeth and finger nails, 1917
1575193 Daily inspection of teeth and finger nails, 1917 by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); (add.info.: Daily inspection of teeth and finger nails)

Actress Denise Welch seen here pictured in her garden 17th June 1999

Magician Chung Loo
Colour illustrated poster advertising magician Chung Loo, drawn by Clyff, dated 13 November 1922. HPF/5B/3

Look finger nails John Hing-Qua & Company 1868
Look at her finger nails; John Hing-Qua & Company; about 1868; Albumen silver print

Scene in the Blue Anchor, Helston, Cornwall
Locals enjoying a pint (or a swift half) in the Blue Anchor pub in Helston, Cornwall

Woman in Nylon Nightie
A young woman in a nylon nightie sits at her bedroom dressing table and brushes her hair, checking how alluring she looks in a mirror, before going to bed

Laborers hands. Date not after 1925

Lovely Hands and Nails
The attraction of lovely hands and varnished fingernails. Date: 1930s

Flattered Model
Head and shoulders portrait of a woman in a plain blouse looking rather flattered. Date: late 1960s

Skin anatomy. Historical anatomical artwork of the human skin. The main diagram (lower centre) shows scalp hairs and sebaceous glands (yellow, near surface)

Prosthetic hand. Outer covering of a prosthetic hand. This covering makes artificial hands look more life-like

Anxiety. Woman biting her fingernails. This is a common sign of nervousness or anxiety. It can also be a habitual activity

Confucius, Chinese philosopher
Confucius (551-479 BC), Chinese philosopher. After his death, his disciples and followers developed his teachings into the quasi-religious system of ethics, morals and politics known as Confucianism

Mercury flowing through fingertips
Mercury flowing through the fingertips of a womans hand. Mercury is a silvery, liquid, metallic element belonging to the zinc group

Young model having a bath
A young model posing in a bathing

Factory worker operating control box
A worker, standing at a control device, signals for a part of the production process to proceed. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Syringe Ready for Action
A nurse holds up a syringe, ready to perform an injection on her patient - ouch!

Madras Check Frock 1940S
A young woman, wearing a madras check dress with short puff sleeves, paints her nails

Young Couple 1970S
A young married couple, the husband with typical long hair and polo neck sweater and the wife with typical " curtains" hairstyle and stripy sweater

Tu Fu / Anon German Eng
TU FU Chinese poet

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"Finger Nails: A Tale of Struwwelpeter, Hoffmann's Shocking Head, and Pete" On the cover of Struwwelpeter, a collection of cautionary tales by Heinrich Hoffmann, one cannot help but notice the protagonist's unruly finger nails. They symbolize his rebellious nature and serve as a warning to children about the consequences of neglecting personal hygiene. In another realm entirely, actress Jean Marsh transforms into Morgaine while filming for the Doctor Who story Battlefield. Her perfectly manicured nails add an air of elegance to her character's mystical presence. Meanwhile, in an engraving depicting a Siamese actor representing nobility, nail-cases are prominently displayed. These ornate accessories highlight the importance placed on well-groomed hands throughout history. Even during times of war, personal grooming remains essential. In 1917, soldiers were subjected to daily inspections not only for their teeth but also for their finger nails. Attention to detail was crucial even amidst chaos. Actress Denise Welch takes a moment in her garden on June 17th, 1999. Her beautifully painted nails reflect her vibrant personality and attention to self-care beyond the glitz and glamour of showbiz. Magician Chung Loo mesmerizes audiences with his sleight-of-hand tricks. His nimble fingers adorned with neatly trimmed nails enhance his mystique as he performs mind-boggling illusions that leave spectators spellbound. Country & Western singer Dolly Parton exudes confidence as she struts through Los Angeles on March 10th, 1980. Her long acrylic nails become an iconic part of her image – bold and unapologetic – just like her music. Delving further into history reveals John Hing-Qua & Company advertising its "Look Finger Nails" services back in 1868. Clearly demonstrating that nail care has always been valued across cultures and time periods. The hands of laborers tell stories of hard work and resilience.