Foreheads Collection

Historical Geography
5315090 Historical Geography by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Historical Geography. 1900. India. The Tamils form the most civilized and energetic of the Dravidian peoples)

Physiognomy, classification of types (litho)
6013759 Physiognomy, classification of types (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Physiognomy, classification of types)

Drawing the ash cross on the forehead of the faithful, custom on Ash Wednesday in Bavaria, Germany, Historic
1900s, 19th-century, bayern, belief, believer, believers, black, black-and-white, black-white, characteristic, copy, culture, custom, devout, digital, digitally, draw, drawing, drawings, drawn

Papua-Malay girl from the island of Tikiene
Elau, a Papua-Malay girl from the cannibal island of Tikiene, and a man of Malakula, Vanuatu (Malicolo). Polynesians with elevated foreheads

Plaque with God The Father Blessing The Virgin, French, late 15th-early 16th century

FALL / BASENJI / EATING
A row of four young Basenjis, eating from plates. Their wrinkled skin around their foreheads is very noticeable as they bend forward. Date: 1940

Fall / Basenji / Eating
A row of four young Basenjis, eating from plates. Their wrinkled skin around their foreheads is very noticeable as they bend forward. Date: 1940

Bedouin life Trans-Jordan Bedouin greeting Two men
Bedouin life in Trans-Jordan, Bedouin greeting. Two men touching foreheads. The usual Bedouin salutation. 1920, Jordan

How Alexander Fought The Dragons With Sheeps Horns Upon Their Foreheads From Science And Literature In The Middle Ages By Paul Lacroix Published London 1878

BridgemanArt Full Collection
OneVisionArt BridgemanArt Full Collection

Relationship C018 / 9235
MODEL RELEASED. Relationship. Man and woman with their eyes closed touching foreheads and embracing

Elephant self-awareness, artwork
Elephant self-awareness. Conceptual artwork of an elephant with a painted X-symbol on its forehead recognising itself in a mirror

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Foreheads: From Ancient Traditions to Artistic Representations" Drawing the ash cross on the forehead of the faithful is a significant custom observed on Ash Wednesday in Bavaria, Germany. This historic practice has been captured in a digitally restored reproduction from a 19th-century original, showcasing its cultural importance. Intriguingly, it also play a role in physiognomy, which involves classifying different types based on their features. A litho image depicting this classification sheds light on how they have been analyzed throughout history. Moving onto art, a plaque featuring God The Father Blessing The Virgin showcases an exquisite French artwork from the late 15th-early 16th century. The attention to detail and symbolism displayed through their foreheads adds depth to this masterpiece. Shifting gears, we encounter an adorable Papua-Malay girl from the island of Tikiene. Her radiant smile and beautifully adorned forehead highlight her unique cultural heritage and traditions. Foreheads even find themselves in unexpected contexts such as with Basenji dogs enjoying fall weather while eating. These playful creatures remind us that they can not limited to humans but can be found across various species. Delving into ancient tales and legends, we discover "How Alexander Fought The Dragons With Sheep's Horns Upon Their Foreheads. " This intriguing narrative from Paul Lacroix's book published in London back in 1878 takes us back to medieval times when imagination knew no bounds. The BridgemanArt Full Collection offers an extensive array of artistic representations where foreheads take center stage. From portraits capturing human emotions to abstract interpretations pushing creative boundaries – these artworks showcase diverse perspectives on this often overlooked facial feature. Moreover, exploring relationships between animals reveals fascinating aspects like elephant self-awareness depicted through artwork. As elephants gaze at their own reflections or interact with others using their mighty foreheads, it reminds us of the complex intelligence and emotions these majestic creatures possess.