Gesticulation Collection

young ballerina in a bodysuit stands in a lunge leaning forward with one foot on the toe
Alexandr

The Knave of Swords, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336585 The Knave of Swords, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Two Frogs, illustration from Little Peaching and Other Tales of Old Japan, c
2653970 The Two Frogs, illustration from Little Peaching and Other Tales of Old Japan, c. 1928 (colour litho) by Richardson

A Florentine poet (photogravure)
961219 A Florentine poet (photogravure) by Cabanel, Alexandre (1823-89) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Florentine poet; photogravure from the original painting by Alexander Cabanel)

The Queen of Coins, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336583 The Queen of Coins, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Queen of Swords, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336582 The Queen of Swords, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The operator putting his patient into a crisis (engraving)
960030 The operator putting his patient into a crisis (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Animal magnetism: the operator putting his patient into a crisis)

Business man greeting someone outside a bank

Portrait of a young woman with long hair, finger on her mouth

Mens feet in a sand dune by the sea

Dark-skinned young man with soap-bubble, making a gesture of silence

Furious Frenchman shouts at a Cheeky Englishman
English as She is Spik. Furious Frenchman (to Arry, who has just knocked his hat off " for a lark" ) - " Sacre

Different approaches to personal slights
" You Engleeshe you do not fight ze duel. Vat d you do ven you air insult?" " Oh, we write to the newspaper." Date: 1895

An old actor lays down the law to a journalist
Old actor (laying down the law to Journalist) - " And let me tell you that when I speak, I know what I m talking about, I ve seen the world - Peckham - everywhere!" Date: 1900

Market vendor, man holding hands to head, Amman, Jordan, november

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Gesticulation: The Art of Expressive Movement In a world where words often fall short, the power emerges as a universal language. It transcends barriers and speaks volumes without uttering a single syllable. A young man, clad in a crisp white shirt and blue jeans, gracefully moves his hands through the air, painting invisible pictures that convey emotions beyond mere words. As we delve into history's tapestry, we encounter Pope Clement VII captured in an oil portrait from 1532. His outstretched hand seems to emphasize his authority and command attention. Gesticulation becomes an instrument for leaders to communicate their intentions with conviction. The Knave of Swords tarot card from the Visconti deck reveals another facet of gesticulation's allure. With swift movements and calculated gestures, this figure wields both power and finesse. Each gesture holds meaning; every flicker of the hand tells its own story. From ancient tales of Japan comes "The Two Frogs, " where illustrations depict these amphibians using their tiny limbs to express joy or sorrow. Through gesticulation, they transcend cultural boundaries and touch our hearts with their innocence. A Florentine poet immortalized through photogravure captures the essence of expression itself—a delicate balance between words spoken aloud and those conveyed through movement alone. Gesticulating poets bring life to verses that dance off their fingertips into our souls. Tarot cards continue to unveil secrets hidden within gesticulatory realms—the Queen of Coins exudes abundance while her counterpart, the Queen of Swords, emanates strength through her poised gestures. These cards remind us that even in silence lies great wisdom waiting to be discovered. An engraving depicting an operator putting his patient into crisis reminds us that not all gestures are born out of positivity; some carry weighty consequences when wielded carelessly or maliciously. The artistry lies not only in how we move but also in the intention behind our movements.