Finger Tips Collection

Varnishing Nails
Nail varnish should be applied very carefully, with a small brush, first horizontally from left to right, then vertically from the fingertips downwards. Do not smear the varnish! Date: 1930s

Chalking Nails
A white chalk pencil applied to the nails gives a pleasing appearance to the fingertips! Date: 1930s

Woman and man touching
Man and woman touching, pictured in a classical pose

Creation of Adam. This fresco artwork (pigment applied to wet plaster) was painted onto the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City, Rome, Italy, sometime between 1508 and 1512

Fingertip laceration injuries, X-rays
Fingertip laceration injuries, coloured X-rays. Both X-rays show the same hand, which suffered severe lacerations (blunt trauma cuts) to the tips of the middle fingers (green)

Braille reading
MODEL RELEASED. Braille reading. Hand of a blind person reading braille. The braille writing and reading system was devised by the French teacher Louis Braille (1809-1852)

Security scanning technology, artwork
Security scanning technology, computer artwork. Silhouette of a human hand with five squares (white) representing the scanning of the fingerprints on the tip of the digits of the hand

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"Fingertips: A Journey Through Touch and Identity" In the vintage Army and Navy Stores Catalogue from 1939-40, a litho page showcases an array of products designed to enhance our fingertips. From varnishing nails to chalking them, these hints remind us that even in simpler times, personal grooming was essential. However, beyond beauty rituals lie deeper implications. The mention of identity fraud raises questions about the vulnerability we face when our fingerprints are compromised. In a world where technology has advanced exponentially since then, this issue remains relevant today. A captivating image captures a woman and man touching hands - an intimate connection that transcends words. It echoes Michelangelo's iconic "Creation of Adam, " reminding us of the power held within our fingertips - the ability to create bonds and forge connections with others. Yet not all interactions leave positive imprints on our fingertips; X-rays reveal fingertip laceration injuries - painful reminders of accidents or mishaps that can occur in life. These haunting images serve as cautionary tales urging us to protect ourselves from harm. On a more uplifting note, Braille reading emerges as another facet of touch associated with fingertips. This tactile language empowers individuals with visual impairments by enabling them to read and access information independently. As we reflect on these diverse aspects surrounding fingertips, it becomes evident that they hold both physical and metaphorical significance in our lives. They symbolize beauty routines but also highlight vulnerabilities like identity theft or injuries caused by accidents. Moreover, they represent human connection through touch while serving as tools for empowerment through Braille reading. Let us cherish these remarkable appendages at the tips of our fingers – conduits for exploration, expression, empathy, resilience – forever reminding us how truly extraordinary it is to experience life through touch.