Left Hand Resting Collection

Portrait man Knee standing right right hand side
Portrait of a man, Portrait of a man. Knee, standing, to the right. The right hand in the side, the left hand resting on his sword

Portrait Johan Gerritsz van Schoterbosch c 1564-1654
Portrait of Johan Gerritsz van Schoterbosch (c. 1564-1654), Portrait of Johan Gerritsz van Schoterbosch, council and ships of Haarlem, captain of the Kloveniersdoelen, president of the St

Pieter Merkus 1787-1844 Governor General 1841-44
Pieter Merkus (1787-1844). Governor General (1841-44), Portrait of Pieter Merkus (1787-1844). Governor General (1841-44). Knee pad

Saint Catherine Alexandria Half figure palm branch
Saint Catherine of Alexandria, Saint Catherine. Half figure with a palm branch in the right hand, the left hand resting on the toothed wheel

Portrait Maurice Prince Orange Half-length standing
Portrait of Maurice, Prince of Orange, Prince of Orange. Half-length, standing, in armor with the command staff in the right hand, the left hand resting on a table on which his helmet stands

Portrait Sophia de Vervou Saepke Standing full-length
Portrait of Sophia de Vervou (Saepke or Sophia de Vervou), Portrait of Sophia de Vervou. Standing, full-length, a feather fan in the right hand, gloves in the left hand resting on a table

Portrait Prince Philip William Orange Philips William
Portrait of Prince Philip William of Orange, Portrait of Philips William, Prince of Orange, oldest son of William of Orange

Portrait Catharina Fourmenois wife Pieter Boudaen Courten
Portrait of Catharina Fourmenois, wife of Pieter Boudaen Courten. Standing, half-length, the left hand resting on the back of a chair

Saint Lawrence left hand resting grill series
Artokoloro

Saint Vincent left hand resting grill series
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Apollo Belvedere Vatican left hand resting tree trunk
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Richard Weston Earl Portland 1645 Etching second state
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Apollo partly naked standing niche left hand resting
Artokoloro

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"Left Hand Resting: A Captivating Gesture in Art and History" In the world of art, the position of a left hand resting has often been used to convey various emotions and meanings. Take, for instance, the portrait of a man standing with his knee slightly bent on the right-hand side. This composition, reminiscent of Johan Gerritsz van Schoterbosch's works from the 16th century, exudes an air of confidence and poise. Moving forward in time to Pieter Merkus' era as Governor General from 1841-44, we encounter another captivating portrayal. Here we see Saint Catherine Alexandria depicted as a half-figure holding a palm branch in her left hand at rest. The symbolism behind this gesture suggests her victory over adversity and her unwavering faith. Similarly intriguing is Maurice Prince Orange's half-length standing portrait where he confidently places his left hand at rest. As one of history's prominent figures, this gesture signifies his authority and leadership during challenging times. Shifting our focus to Sophia de Vervou Saepke's full-length standing portrait, we witness yet another example of how artists have utilized the left hand resting pose throughout history. In this case, it emphasizes elegance and grace while showcasing Sophia's regal stature. Exploring further into royal portraits brings us to Prince Philip William Orange Philips William's depiction with his left hand gently placed at rest. This subtle gesture adds depth to his character by hinting at both power and composure. Delving into more intimate portrayals reveals Catharina Fourmenois elegantly posing alongside her husband Pieter Boudaen Courten. Her left hand rests delicately on their shared journey through life—a symbol of unity and support. Beyond human subjects lies religious iconography; saints such as Lawrence are often depicted with their hands positioned deliberately—his left hand calmly resting near a grill representing martyrdom endured for his beliefs.