Cupped Collection

Dancing Figures
An illustration used for advertisement purposes, showing a lady standing in a dancing pose, looking over her shoulder towards a man who has tossed a rose from his cupped hand. Date: circa 1939

Portrait of Lady Islington
Anne Dundas, Lady Islington, was the wife of Sir John Poynder Dickson-Poynder, Governor-General of New Zealand from 1910 until 1912. Date: 1910

DDE-90038937
North America, USA, Florida, Orlando, tulips in pink and white photographed through art glass for a creative effect. Date: 16/10/2007

Wooden headrest, the headpiece carved in the shape of a pair of cupped hands (wood)
1216355 Wooden headrest, the headpiece carved in the shape of a pair of cupped hands (wood) by Egyptian, First Intermediate Period (c.2125-1975 BC); 12.2x22.4 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Katharine Hepburn - American film actress
Katharine Hepburn (19072003) - American film actress with head in hands. Date: circa 1936

MEDIEVAL GOBLET
A double cupped drinking goblet of the middle ages Date: medieval

Feather in Hand

The Cuckoo by Charles E. Brookfield (19 May 1857 20 October 1913) adapted from Decore by H. Meilhac (Theatre des Varietes, Paris, 27th January 1888)

British Information Poster, WW1
Turn Your Silver into Bullets at the Post Office, 1915. Chromolithograph poster, artist unknown, published by the Parliamentary War Savings Committee as Poster No

Poodles and Whippet - Group of Mr. Waltons Performing Dogs (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF272222 Poodles and Whippet - Group of Mr. Waltons Performing Dogs (litho) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Teenage girl (14-15) with cupped hand, calling, (B&W), portrait

Earth held in childs hands, composite image

Drinking from a Stream

Flower held in hands

Petals held in hands

Woman listening, with a hand cupped to her ear

Hands holding strawberries
Strawberries (Fragaria sp.) being held in a pair of hands. Strawberries are false fruits, as the sweet fleshy parts develop from the receptacles of the flower rather than from the female parts

GM soya beans
MODEL RELEASED. GM soya beans. Genetically modified (GM) soya (Glycine max) has had a gene altered in the laboratory to make it resistant to chemical herbicides

Genetically modified plant. Conceptual image representing a genetically modified (GM) seedling growing in the cupped hands of a technician

Wildflower meadow seed mix, held in hands. This mix contains 80% wild grass seeds and 20% wildflower seeds

Gideon Chooses his Men
His criterion for picking his men is the way they drink from a river : if they kneel and bow their heads he rejects them, choosing only those who lap from their cupped hands

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"Cupped: A Collection of Intriguing Artifacts and Symbolism" Gideon Chooses his Men, Dancing Figures, Portrait of Lady Islington - each artwork tells a unique story through the use hands. From biblical tales to elegant portraits, these depictions showcase the significance of this gesture across different eras. DDE-90038937, a mysterious code engraved on an ancient artifact with cupped hand motifs, leaves us wondering about its hidden meaning. Could it be a secret message or simply an artistic representation? A wooden headrest with a headpiece carved in the shape hands takes us back to medieval times when such objects were used for comfort and relaxation. What secrets does this piece hold? Katharine Hepburn's iconic presence in American cinema is captured perfectly in her portrayal of strong-willed characters who often held their destiny within their own cupped hands. The Medieval Goblet adorned with intricate carvings depicts scenes from ancient folklore where heroes triumphed by drinking from the sacred vessel. The power lies within those who dare to grasp it. "The Cuckoo" by Charles E. Brookfield portrays a moment frozen in time as two lovers exchange glances while holding each other's hands gently cupped together - love blossoming amidst uncertainty. A British Information Poster from World War I shows soldiers extending their cupped hands towards civilians, symbolizing unity and support during challenging times. In "Feather in Hand, " an artist captures delicate beauty as feathers are cradled within gentle palms – reminding us that even fragile things can find strength when protected. San Miguel de Allende's fountains depict water dropping into carefully sculpted cupped hands – a symbol of abundance and nourishment found throughout South America and Mexico. From historical artifacts to timeless artworks, "Cupped" invites you to explore the diverse meanings behind this simple yet powerful gesture that transcends cultures and generations.