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Bald Head Collection

"Bald Head: A Journey Through Time and Cultures" From the ancient temples of Bagan in Myanmar's Mandalay division to the bustling streets of modern-day Mandalay

Background imageBald Head Collection: Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsula

Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsula. Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia

Background imageBald Head Collection: Myanmar, Mandalay division, Bagan. Three novice monks running with red umbrellas in a walkway

Myanmar, Mandalay division, Bagan. Three novice monks running with red umbrellas in a walkway (MR)

Background imageBald Head Collection: Michael Eavis, Dairy farmer and owner of Worthy Farm, Pilton

Michael Eavis, Dairy farmer and owner of Worthy Farm, Pilton, where he created and runs The Glastonbury Festival on his land

Background imageBald Head Collection: 1881 portrait of Charles Robert Darwin

1881 portrait of Charles Robert Darwin (12 February 1809 - 19 April 1882) English Naturalist and author of the Origin of Species. 1922 Hand coloured aquatint of Darwin by G

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Screen
David Chiodo

Background imageBald Head Collection: A Japanese Samurai, c. 1864-1866 (albumen print, hand tinted)

A Japanese Samurai, c. 1864-1866 (albumen print, hand tinted)
990439 A Japanese Samurai, c.1864-1866 (albumen print, hand tinted) by Beato, Felice (Felix) (1825-c.1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Japanese Samurai)

Background imageBald Head Collection: Study of the Bust of Giulio Contarini Seen from the Left (recto)

Study of the Bust of Giulio Contarini Seen from the Left (recto)
659223 Study of the Bust of Giulio Contarini Seen from the Left (recto), (red and white chalk on blue paper) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770)

Background imageBald Head Collection: Oliver Goldsmiths play She Stoops to Conque

Oliver Goldsmiths play She Stoops to Conque
3777294 Oliver Goldsmiths play She Stoops to Conque by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); (add.info.: Oliver Goldsmiths play- She Stoops to Conquer or The Mistakes of a Night)

Background imageBald Head Collection: A Veteran of the Imperial Russian Army, 1837 (pencil and charcoal on paper)

A Veteran of the Imperial Russian Army, 1837 (pencil and charcoal on paper)
1195832 A Veteran of the Imperial Russian Army, 1837 (pencil and charcoal on paper) by Orlowski, Alexander (Alexandr Osipovich Orlovsky) (1777-1832)

Background imageBald Head Collection: Self-portrait, (oil on canvas)

Self-portrait, (oil on canvas)
827174 Self-portrait, (oil on canvas) by Liebermann, Max (1847-1935); 46.4x38.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Self-portrait. Max Liebermann (1847-1935). Oil on canvas

Background imageBald Head Collection: Portrait of Charles Darwin, standing three quarter length, 1897 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Charles Darwin, standing three quarter length, 1897 (oil on canvas)
658475 Portrait of Charles Darwin, standing three quarter length, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Collier, John (1850-1934); 63.5x49.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Charles Darwin)

Background imageBald Head Collection: John Hurt filming near Lambourn, West Berkshire. He is filming

John Hurt filming near Lambourn, West Berkshire. He is filming, playing the part of Bob Champion, in the film Champions. Bob Champion battled cancer to win the 1981 Grand National on the horse

Background imageBald Head Collection: Punishment children mock Elisa History Elijah

Punishment children mock Elisa History Elijah
Punishment of the children who mock Elisa History of Elijah and Elisha (series title) Historia Heliae et Helisei (...) (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

Background imageBald Head Collection: Southern Heath Monitor at Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsula

Southern Heath Monitor at Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsula. Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia

Background imageBald Head Collection: Bald Head on Flinders Peninsula

Bald Head on Flinders Peninsula. Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia

Background imageBald Head Collection: Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsul

Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsula. Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia

Background imageBald Head Collection: Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsula

Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsula. Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia


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"Bald Head: A Journey Through Time and Cultures" From the ancient temples of Bagan in Myanmar's Mandalay division to the bustling streets of modern-day Mandalay, the concept of a bald head has transcended time and geography, and is a symbol that connects diverse individuals, each with their own unique story. In an 1881 portrait, Charles Robert Darwin gazes confidently at us, his bald head reflecting wisdom acquired through years of scientific exploration. Meanwhile, Michael Eavis, a dairy farmer from Worthy Farm in Pilton, proudly displays his own bare scalp as he transforms his land into one of the world's most iconic music festivals. A Japanese Samurai captured in c. 1864-1866 stands tall with a shaved head - a mark of discipline and loyalty to his code. Similarly disciplined is Giulio Contarini seen from the left in an intricate study bust; every detail meticulously rendered on paper. Oliver Goldsmith's play "She Stoops to Conquer" reminds us that even within comedic tales lies hidden symbolism. Perhaps beneath its humor lies an exploration of societal expectations surrounding appearance and identity. The stoic face of a veteran from the Imperial Russian Army speaks volumes about sacrifice and duty etched upon his weathered features. In contrast, self-portraits by various artists reveal vulnerability or pride behind their smooth scalps - each brushstroke capturing their essence. As we journey further across continents, we encounter landscapes like Bald Head track on Flinders Peninsula - nature untouched by human hands but bearing witness to countless stories untold. And amidst this backdrop emerges John Hurt filming near Lambourn; his charismatic presence contrasting against the serene surroundings. Finally returning to Myanmar's Mandalay division where three novice monks run joyfully under red umbrellas along a walkway - their shaven heads representing devotion and spiritual enlightenment. Bald heads have been immortalized throughout history; they are more than just physical appearances but gateways to understanding the complexities of human existence.