Physique Collection

British Military Recruitment Poster - Inter-war period
Recruitment poster printed by Gale and Polden Limited, 1929 (c). Associated with the Royal Sussex Regiment. Vacancies exist in this famous regiment for smart

Ahmed Madrali, Turkish wrestler known as the Terrible Turk, pictured on the front cover of The Tatler in 1904 after losing a match for the world wrestling championship at Olympia against the Russian

Eugene Sandow, Prussian strongman
Eugene Sandow (1867-1925), Prussian strongman. Sandow, born Friedrich Wilhelm Muller, is known as the father of modern bodybuilding

Comic postcard, Enormous man with woman in the sea Date: 20th century

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
DGC437487 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Falk, Benjamin J. (1853-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

Wrestlers, from Wrestlers, plate 3, 1552. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Wrestlers, from Wrestlers, plate 3, 1552

Nikola Tesla / Nature 1892
He lectures on the subject of alternating high-frequency current to the Societe de Physique and the Societe Internationale des electriciens, at Paris

The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes
472240 The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes Description geographique, historique, chronologique, politique

The Union of Earth and Water (Antwerp and the Scheldt), c1618. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
The Union of Earth and Water (Antwerp and the Scheldt), c1618. Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Man applying electrostatic charge to his leg and shoulders using Edward Nairne (1726-1806)'s machine
FLO4592177 Man applying electrostatic charge to his leg and shoulders using Edward Nairne (1726-1806)'s machine, and details of Rev. William Pearson's portable machine

Electrical machines by Abbe Jean-Antoine Nollet, Dr. William Watson, Francis Hauksbee and Benjamin Wilson
FLO4592163 Electrical machines by Abbe Jean-Antoine Nollet, Dr. William Watson, Francis Hauksbee and Benjamin Wilson. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham

Science. The Physics, by Aristotle. Miniature for a latin manuscript, France, XIVth cent. Bibl. Mazarine, Paris
3434384 Science. The Physics, by Aristotle. Miniature for a latin manuscript, France, XIVth cent. Bibl. Mazarine, Paris.; Bibliotheque Mazarine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Sciences. Bibl)

Burrough's machine for grinding and polishing glass from a model in the Society of Arts
FLO4590928 Burrough's machine for grinding and polishing glass from a model in the Society of Arts, and angles of abberation for optics

Paul Chamberlin, English physician, from an original drawing, 1658. Copperplate engraving by T
FLO4636766 Paul Chamberlin, English physician, from an original drawing, 1658. Copperplate engraving by T. Trotter after an illustration by R

Electrical experiments, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by John Farey
FLO4592129 Electrical experiments, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by John Farey from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Electrical condensers, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or
FLO4592097 Electrical condensers, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees

Public preparation of the Theriac (antidote or antipoison) to the Archiginnasio
VEN5027202 Public preparation of the Theriac (antidote or antipoison) to the Archiginnasio (name given to the University of Bologna) in the presence of doctors, pharmacists, ladies and knights

Electrical experiments, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by John Farey
FLO4592127 Electrical experiments, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by John Farey from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Electrical experiments, including an flammable air pistol, Alessandro Volta (1845-1927)'s flammable air lamp
FLO4592156 Electrical experiments, including an flammable air pistol, Alessandro Volta (1845-1927)'s flammable air lamp, and electrophorus or capacitive generator

Electrical configurations caused by charges on metal powder, 18th century
FLO4592117 Electrical configurations caused by charges on metal powder, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Burning lens built in 1782 by William Parker, the London instrument maker
FLO4590938 Burning lens built in 1782 by William Parker, the London instrument maker. According to Parker, the optical glass melted platinum in 30 seconds

Giant burning glass of the Academie des Sciences, used for chemical experiments, 1874 (engraving)
539766 Giant burning glass of the Academie des Sciences, used for chemical experiments, 1874 (engraving) by French School

Aristote, Aristotle, miniature
3434413 Aristote, Aristotle, miniature; (add.info.: Sciences. Bibl. Mazarine, Paris. Science. Classification of the animals according to their move. The Physics, by Aristotle)

Sciences. Physics. The english physicist Isaac Newton and the apple, 1666. Imagery, France, c.1880
2638875 Sciences. Physics. The english physicist Isaac Newton and the apple, 1666. Imagery, France, c.1880.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sciences. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

'Woman Lying On Her Belly', c1920. Creator: Francis Picabia
'Woman Lying On Her Belly', c1920. Francis Picabia's early works were in the Impressionist style. After 1912 he developed a style of abstract cubism with orphic elements contibuting to

'Naked Masculine', c1920. Creator: Francis Picabia
Naked Masculine', c1920. Francis Picabia's early works were in the Impressionist style. After 1912 he developed a style of abstract cubism with orphic elements contibuting to Dadaism.

'Man of Profile Upright Washing', C1920. Creator: Francis Picabia
'Man of Profile Upright Washing', c1920. Francis Picabia's early works are in the Impressionist style. After 1912 he developed a style of abstract cubism with orphic elements which

Costumes de Différents Pays, Paysan de Quito, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Paysan de Quito, c1797

Vespasian, unknown date. Creator: Anon
Vespasian, unknown date

Statuette of Neptune, c1738. Creator: John Baptist Jackson
Statuette of Neptune, c1738

The Wrestler Arauma Daigoro, 1858. Creator: Utagawa Yoshitora
The Wrestler Arauma Daigoro, 1858

Posterior View of Muscle Man, plate nine from Complete Anatomy Course, 1773. Creator: Arnault Éloi Gautier D'Agoty
Posterior View of Muscle Man, plate nine from Complete Anatomy Course, 1773

The Athlete Wrestling With A Python, after 'Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A. c1880-83. Creator: A Gilbert
'The Athlete Wrestling With A Python, after Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

U of P, c1908. Creator: Edward Penfield
U of P, c1908. [Publisher: Harper Publications; Place: New York]

Le Titan, 1884. Creator: Alexandre Cabanel
Le Titan, 1884

Cornell, c1908. Creator: Edward Penfield
Cornell, c1908. [Publisher: Harper Publications; Place: New York]

Stay of peace and joy: meditation, 1899. Creator: Victor Emile Prouve
Stay of peace and joy: meditation, 1899

A Crucified Man (Haman), 1550. Creator: Melchior Lorck
A Crucified Man (Haman), 1550

Design: Academic Figure, from Encyclopédie, 1762/77. Creator: Benoit-Louis Prevost
Design: Academic Figure, from Encyclopedie, 1762/77

Male Ecorché, c. 1810. Creator: John Partridge
Male Ecorche, c. 1810

The International Exhibition: "The Grapplers", group in bronzed zinc... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: "The Grapplers", group in bronzed zinc, modelled by J.P. Molin, 1862. There is the true old fiery Norse spirit in the grim duel of these two men

Portrait of a male nude, c. 1895 (photo)
3106992 Portrait of a male nude, c.1895 (photo) by Pluschow, Guglielmo (Wilhelm Pluschow) (1852-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guglielmo Pluschow born Wilhelm Pluschow (1852 - 1930)

Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 7, 1552. Creators: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 7, 1552

Plate 1: Saturn in a niche devouring his son, standing before a scythe, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Two Nude Male Studies, Given by Raphael to Durer 1515, (1912). Artist: Raphael
Two Nude Male Studies, Given by Raphael to Durer 1515, (1912). A drawing given by Raphael to Durer, with autograph of Raphael, dated 1515 showing the physique of two male figures

Black Angel 2
Anders Kustås

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"Unveiling the Power of Physique: A Glimpse into the Inter-war Period British Military Recruitment Poster" Step back in time to the inter-war period, where a captivating British military recruitment poster proudly showcased the epitome of physical strength and endurance. Drawing inspiration from renowned figures like Eugene Sandow, the Prussian strongman, this poster aimed to entice young men with its depiction of an ideal physique. Eugene Sandow himself was a symbol of power and masculinity during his time. In a classical ancient Greco-Roman pose captured in a black and white photograph from 1894, he exuded grace and strength simultaneously. His chiseled muscles were reminiscent of ancient Greek gods, inspiring awe among those who beheld him. But physique wasn't limited to just Sandow; it transcended boundaries and cultures. Ahmed Madrali's larger-than-life comic postcard depicted an enormous man frolicking with a woman in the sea during the 20th century. This playful representation highlighted how size could be celebrated humorously while still emphasizing physicality. Even Nikola Tesla recognized nature's role in shaping one's physique as evidenced by his portrait taken in 1892 against a backdrop of lush greenery. The Peking Observatory further emphasized this connection between human form and natural surroundings through Jean Baptiste du Haldes' illustration. Artistic interpretations also played their part in immortalizing physiques throughout history. Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece "The Union of Earth and Water (Antwerp and the Scheldt)" showcased muscular bodies intertwined harmoniously within its grandeur, proving that even centuries ago, society revered physical prowess. Science too had its say on physique; James Clerk Maxwell's theoretical work delved into understanding energy flow within our bodies - another testament to humanity's fascination with unlocking our physical potential. Not limited to mere admiration or artistic expression alone, sports became arenas for showcasing exceptional physiques.