Lethargy Collection

Black Bear (Ursus americanus) sleeping in a Sitka Spruce tree (Picea sitchensis) alongside Anan Creek, Alaska, July

The Save-time Postcard (litho)
8656911 The Save-time Postcard (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Save-time Postcard. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Happy New Year! (colour litho)
8655915 Happy New Year! (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Happy New Year! German worker slacking off from his work on a building site)

Lying Young Girl, Half Nude, 1912 (watercolour and gouache over pencil on paper)
989123 Lying Young Girl, Half Nude, 1912 (watercolour and gouache over pencil on paper) by Schiele, Egon (1890-1918); 48x32 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lying Young Girl)

Bornean orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) baby in tree, Tanjung Puting National Park, Borneo-Kalimatan, Indonesia, endangered species

On the Balcony, 1898 (oil on canvas)
3431709 On the Balcony, 1898 (oil on canvas) by Godward, John William (1861-1922); 50.5x76 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Idle Moments, (oil on canvas)
985385 Idle Moments, (oil on canvas) by Wiles, Irving Ramsay (1861-1948); 38x43.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Idle Moments. Irving Ramsey Wiles (1861-1948). Oil on canvas

Idle Moments, (watercolour)
656964 Idle Moments, (watercolour) by Forbes, Elizabeth Adela Stanhope (1859-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Idle Moments. Elizabeth Adela Stanhope Forbes (1859-1912). Watercolour

The Round Table; La Table Ronde, 1936 (oil on canvas)
653346 The Round Table; La Table Ronde, 1936 (oil on canvas) by Marchand, Jean (1883-1940); 65.4x81.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Round Table; La Table Ronde. Jean Marchand (1882-1941)

Piano recital, New York, 1907 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381260 Piano recital, New York, 1907 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; American

Old Man at Celyran; Vieillard a Celeyran, 1882 (oil on canvas)
825141 Old Man at Celyran; Vieillard a Celeyran, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 54.9x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Man at Celyran; Vieillard a Celeyran)

Idle Moments: a Boy Showing a Girl a Nest of Fledgelings in an Interior
651969 Idle Moments: a Boy Showing a Girl a Nest of Fledgelings in an Interior, (pencil and watercolour) by Heaphy, Thomas (1775-1835); 61.9x 46.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Idle Moments)

Idle Moments, (pencil and watercolour heightend with white)
651913 Idle Moments, (pencil and watercolour heightend with white) by Wilson, Charles Edward (1853-1941); 37.1x53.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Idle Moments)

An Idle Afternoon, 1920 (oil on canvas)
658973 An Idle Afternoon, 1920 (oil on canvas) by Pieters, Evert (1856-1932); 78.7x92.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Idle Afternoon. Evert Pieters (1856-1932). Oil on canvas

An Idle Conversation, 1872 (oil on panel)
1769848 An Idle Conversation, 1872 (oil on panel) by Corrodi, Arnold (1846-1874); 40.6x31.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Idle Conversation. Arnold Corrodi (1846-1874). Oil on panel

Idle Thoughts (Little Girl Sitting Embroidering); Vaines Pensees
827376 Idle Thoughts (Little Girl Sitting Embroidering); Vaines Pensees (Petite Fille Assise Brodant), 1903 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau

La Paresse, 1896 (woodblock on paper)
AGR213787 La Paresse, 1896 (woodblock on paper) by Vallotton, Felix Edouard (1865-1925); 17.3x22.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Repos au bain, 1888 (oil on canvas)
1197499 Repos au bain, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Ralli, Theodore Jacques (1852-1909); 45.7x38.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

So Tired. All right so I m yawning! Wouldn t you, if you had been up half the night tu-whitting and tu-wooing and generally trying to be an owling success

Holiday scenes at Brighton Enjoying the summer sun, the operators of the Brighton Deep Sea Anglers enjoy a rest in their boat before taking holidaymakers out for a quick trip around the bay

Retirement can be such a yawn. Especially when you were once a top dog, like Hi Joe. After all, what thrill is there in seeing four of your kids when you have only to close your eyes to recapture

World Cup Quarter Final 1970 at Leon England team resting before playing extra time. Germany drew level to force extra time after England were 2-0 up

World Cup Quarter Final 1970 England 2 West Germany 3 after extra time Estadio Nou Camp, Le--n Terry Cooper England holding a cup and a piece of ice. Mexico

Actress Diana Dors actress wearing a silk style nightdress in the film It Remains To Be Seen December 1952

RF- Young Ring-tailed lemurs (Lemur catta) carried on mother's back, Madagascar

Howler monkey (Alouatta caraya) resting, Costa Rica

Africa. Native affected by sleeping sickness. Engraving by Thiriat, 1903. Colored

Africa. European doctors examining a native attacked by slee
HISTORY OF AFRICA. Doctors in an expedition of European explorers, examining the native blood attacked by sleeping sickness. Engraving by Thiriat. 1903. Colored

History of Africa. Doctors in an expedition of European explorers, examining the native blood attacked by sleeping sickness. Engraving by Thiriat. 1903

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"Capturing the Essence of Lethargy: A Visual Journey" In the realm of art, lethargy finds its expression in various forms. From serene landscapes to intimate portraits, artists have skillfully depicted this state of inertia throughout history. "On the Balcony, 1898 (oil on canvas)" portrays a scene where time seems to stand still. The languid atmosphere envelops us as we witness a moment frozen in eternity. "Lying Young Girl, Half Nude, 1912 (watercolor and gouache over pencil on paper)" captures the delicate vulnerability that accompanies lethargic repose. The soft hues and gentle strokes evoke a sense of tranquility amidst idleness. The image of a Bornean orangutan baby nestled in a tree at Tanjung Puting National Park showcases nature's own embodiment of lethargy. As it hangs effortlessly from branches, one can't help but feel captivated by its peaceful slumber. A Black Bear sleeping soundly in a Sitka Spruce tree reminds us that even wild creatures succumb to moments of restful respite. This harmonious coexistence with nature embodies true serenity. In "Idle Moments, " whether portrayed through oil on canvas or watercolor techniques, artists capture those fleeting instances when time seems suspended. These works invite viewers into an ethereal realm where leisure reigns supreme. "The Round Table; La Table Ronde, 1936 (oil on canvas)" presents an intriguing juxtaposition between idleness and camaraderie. It invites contemplation about the role idle moments play in fostering connections among individuals. Transporting us back to New York City in 1907 is "Piano recital, " freezing an instant during which music fills the air while listeners surrender themselves to blissful indolence. "Old Man at Celyran; Vieillard à Celeyran, 1882 (oil on canvas)" immortalizes the weariness that comes with age.