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"Nails: A Journey Through Time, Culture, and Beauty" In the footsteps of Martin Luther's 95 Theses, we embark on a captivating exploration of nails

Background imageNails Collection: Hammer and nails (chromolitho)

Hammer and nails (chromolitho)
977688 Hammer and nails (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hammer and nails. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageNails Collection: Se repulen, Ils font leur toilette, C est un si grand inconvenient d avoir les ongles trop longs

Se repulen, Ils font leur toilette, C est un si grand inconvenient d avoir les ongles trop longs
3629479 Se repulen, Ils font leur toilette, C est un si grand inconvenient d avoir les ongles trop longs, que cela est defendu meme dans la sorcellerie (engraving) by French School

Background imageNails Collection: Jesus nailed to the Cross

Jesus nailed to the Cross
3496480 Jesus nailed to the Cross by Campi, Vincenzo (1536-91); Museo Certosa di Pavia, Lombardy, Italy (NOT BAL Supplier); (add.info.: Certosa di Pavia, Museo, Vincenzo Campi)

Background imageNails Collection: Two of the pillars (nails) before the Exchange (w / c on paper)

Two of the pillars (nails) before the Exchange (w / c on paper)
2831849 Two of the pillars (nails) before the Exchange (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageNails Collection: Clou de la vraie croix (engraving)

Clou de la vraie croix (engraving)
2814465 Clou de la vraie croix (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clou de la vraie croix. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1867 1H)

Background imageNails Collection: The Manicure (oil on panel)

The Manicure (oil on panel)
740646 The Manicure (oil on panel) by Ernst, Rudolphe (1854-1932); 71.8x92.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Background imageNails Collection: Planting Nails for a Crop of Iron (engraving)

Planting Nails for a Crop of Iron (engraving)
2781071 Planting Nails for a Crop of Iron (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Planting Nails for a Crop of Iron)

Background imageNails Collection: The Magdalen contemplating the Nails of the Passion (oil on canvas)

The Magdalen contemplating the Nails of the Passion (oil on canvas)
CH401835 The Magdalen contemplating the Nails of the Passion (oil on canvas) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); 66x56 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian

Background imageNails Collection: Pieta, 1575-76 (oil on canvas)

Pieta, 1575-76 (oil on canvas)
6146555 Pieta, 1575-76 (oil on canvas) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); Gallerie dell Accademia, Venice, Italy; (add.info)

Background imageNails Collection: Veal heart pricked with pins, found c. 1900 in a tomb in Montmartre cemetery, Paris

Veal heart pricked with pins, found c. 1900 in a tomb in Montmartre cemetery, Paris
CHT163092 Veal heart pricked with pins, found c.1900 in a tomb in Montmartre cemetery, Paris by French School, (19th century); Musee de l Institut Medico-legal, Paris

Background imageNails Collection: Hindu ascetics with beds of nails, India (b / w photo)

Hindu ascetics with beds of nails, India (b / w photo)
5996602 Hindu ascetics with beds of nails, India (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hindu ascetics with beds of nails, India)

Background imageNails Collection: Extinct Types of Old London Life (engraving)

Extinct Types of Old London Life (engraving)
1626816 Extinct Types of Old London Life (engraving) by Petherick, Horace (1839-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: Extinct Types of Old London Life)

Background imageNails Collection: Calvary, 1475-99 (oil on panel)

Calvary, 1475-99 (oil on panel)
3709965 Calvary, 1475-99 (oil on panel) by Vergos, Pablo (d.1495); 176.8x186 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info)

Background imageNails Collection: Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving)

Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving)
877246 Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 23.8x18.7 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; German, out of copyright

Background imageNails Collection: Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving)

Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving)
877245 Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24.1x18.6 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; German, out of copyright

Background imageNails Collection: The anarchist outrage at the Madeline, Paris (engraving)

The anarchist outrage at the Madeline, Paris (engraving)
1064353 The anarchist outrage at the Madeline, Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The anarchist outrage at the Madeline, Paris)

Background imageNails Collection: Bakelite case for nail buffer from dresser set owned by Lena Horne, mid 20th Century

Bakelite case for nail buffer from dresser set owned by Lena Horne, mid 20th Century
It is made of semi-translucent orange Bakelite plastic and is rectangular in shape with an oval bowl that is missing a large section

Background imageNails Collection: Nails and Pins, c. 1937. Creator: Harry G Aberdeen

Nails and Pins, c. 1937. Creator: Harry G Aberdeen
Nails and Pins, c. 1937

Background imageNails Collection: Dreaming alone

Dreaming alone
Polar bear resting on a frozen puddle. Alberto Ghizzi Panizza

Background imageNails Collection: Luxury

Luxury
Peppe Tambè

Background imageNails Collection: Nail City I

Nail City I
Klaus Ratzer

Background imageNails Collection: check!

check!
ambra

Background imageNails Collection: Barge haulers

Barge haulers
Victoria Glinka

Background imageNails Collection: At home

At home
Raluca Munteanu

Background imageNails Collection: Under The Iron Bridge

Under The Iron Bridge
EM-Photographies

Background imageNails Collection: Chinese Dragon

Chinese Dragon
Mike Melnotte

Background imageNails Collection: 'One'

"One"
Hilde Ghesquiere

Background imageNails Collection: the watcher

the watcher
Heru Agustiana

Background imageNails Collection: face of India

face of India
Ivan Lee

Background imageNails Collection: Organic Metal #3

Organic Metal #3
David Reams

Background imageNails Collection: isolate

isolate
Shu-Guang Yang

Background imageNails Collection: Oriental strings

Oriental strings
kenp

Background imageNails Collection: J vs J

J vs J
Stefano Paolini

Background imageNails Collection: 'Manhattan'

"Manhattan"
Giorgio Toniolo

Background imageNails Collection: Trapped in Jungle hands

Trapped in Jungle hands
hardibudi

Background imageNails Collection: 99%

99%
Nina Tvalchrelidze

Background imageNails Collection: Dangerous Ground

Dangerous Ground
Mike Melnotte

Background imageNails Collection: Don't play with me

Don't play with me
Anna Winér

Background imageNails Collection: a selfie

a selfie
Olga Mest

Background imageNails Collection: Business Portrait

Business Portrait
Petri Damstén

Background imageNails Collection: Silent Partner

Silent Partner
Petri Damstén

Background imageNails Collection: Behind the Curtain

Behind the Curtain
Petri Damstén

Background imageNails Collection: Le Goût des autres

Le Goût des autres
Giorgio Toniolo

Background imageNails Collection: 993341

993341

Background imageNails Collection: there is no Cure

there is no Cure
Olga Mest

Background imageNails Collection: 1017950

1017950

Background imageNails Collection: Old grudges

Old grudges
Raffaele Spettoli

Background imageNails Collection: The revenge of the nails

The revenge of the nails
Giorgio Toniolo



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"Nails: A Journey Through Time, Culture, and Beauty" In the footsteps of Martin Luther's 95 Theses, we embark on a captivating exploration of nails. Just like the Basset Hound teaching its puppy to walk steadily, nails provide us with stability and support in our daily lives. But let's not forget the fascinating ostrich legs and feet – nature's own masterpiece of endurance. Much like a young lady meticulously doing her pedicure, these magnificent creatures take pride in their appearance. Traveling back in time to 1886, we witness an unexpected sight: ladies boxing. Their fierce determination mirrors the resilience found within our own nail beds. And speaking of strength, have you ever seen Florida's West Indian Manatee? Even their toe they can visible as they gracefully navigate Crystal River. Hand manicures remind us that even small acts of self-care can bring immense joy. As we ponder Luther's 95 Theses and Victoria's crucifixion in Gozo, Malta; it becomes clear that nails symbolize both rebellion against injustice and unwavering faith. Venturing into North Africa reveals the enchanting world of Algerian Berber Ouled Nails Tribe women. With their vibrant dances and intricate henna designs on hands adorned with stiletto shoes – they celebrate femininity while defying societal norms. Let us not overlook the hidden beauty beneath those stylish stilettos - an MRI-style X-ray revealing bones supporting a leg ready to conquer any dance floor. Just as Dance of the Ouled Nails captivates Southern Algeria, our own moves can leave lasting impressions wherever we go. From historical milestones to cultural traditions spanning continents; nails hold stories waiting to be discovered. So next time you admire your perfectly polished fingertips or gaze at your toes peeking through crystal-clear waters – remember that beyond aesthetics lies a rich tapestry connecting humanity throughout time and space.