Physique Collection

British Military Recruitment Poster - Inter-war period
Recruitment poster printed by Gale and Polden Limited, 1929 (c). Associated with the Royal Sussex Regiment. Vacancies exist in this famous regiment for smart

Ahmed Madrali, Turkish wrestler known as the Terrible Turk, pictured on the front cover of The Tatler in 1904 after losing a match for the world wrestling championship at Olympia against the Russian

Eugene Sandow, Prussian strongman
Eugene Sandow (1867-1925), Prussian strongman. Sandow, born Friedrich Wilhelm Muller, is known as the father of modern bodybuilding

Comic postcard, Enormous man with woman in the sea Date: 20th century

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
DGC437487 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Falk, Benjamin J. (1853-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

Wrestlers, from Wrestlers, plate 3, 1552. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Wrestlers, from Wrestlers, plate 3, 1552

Nikola Tesla / Nature 1892
He lectures on the subject of alternating high-frequency current to the Societe de Physique and the Societe Internationale des electriciens, at Paris

The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes
472240 The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes Description geographique, historique, chronologique, politique

The Union of Earth and Water (Antwerp and the Scheldt), c1618. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
The Union of Earth and Water (Antwerp and the Scheldt), c1618. Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The International Exhibition: "The Grapplers", group in bronzed zinc... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: "The Grapplers", group in bronzed zinc, modelled by J.P. Molin, 1862. There is the true old fiery Norse spirit in the grim duel of these two men

Portrait of a male nude, c. 1895 (photo)
3106992 Portrait of a male nude, c.1895 (photo) by Pluschow, Guglielmo (Wilhelm Pluschow) (1852-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guglielmo Pluschow born Wilhelm Pluschow (1852 - 1930)

Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 7, 1552. Creators: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 7, 1552

Plate 1: Saturn in a niche devouring his son, standing before a scythe, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

Two Nude Male Studies, Given by Raphael to Durer 1515, (1912). Artist: Raphael
Two Nude Male Studies, Given by Raphael to Durer 1515, (1912). A drawing given by Raphael to Durer, with autograph of Raphael, dated 1515 showing the physique of two male figures

Black Angel 2
Anders Kustås

Black Angel 1
Anders Kustås

Harry Wills, Boxer
Harry Wills (1889-1958) the heavyweight boxer, who held the title World Colored Heavyweight Champion three times. Although a heavyweight title match with white boxer Jack Dempsey was planned for

Physical examination for U. S. army, 1917 (b/w photo)
5053977 Physical examination for U.S. army, 1917 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: The United States declared war on Germany in April 1917)

New Recruit Kemit Kuhn of West Virginia, being Examined by Army Doctor Major Seth Gayle, Washington DC, c
3964307 New Recruit Kemit Kuhn of West Virginia, being Examined by Army Doctor Major Seth Gayle, Washington DC, c.1941 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Apollo Belvedere from the Vatican his left hand resting on the tree trunk aroun... ca. 1510-27
The Apollo Belvedere from the Vatican his left hand resting on the tree trunk around which coils a python, ca. 1510-27

Diomedes, bust and shoulders, 1790-1800. Creator: Johann Heinrich Wilhelm Tischbein
Diomedes, bust and shoulders, 1790-1800

Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho)
5998577 Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho)
5998567 Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho)
5998566 Cover of issue of Womans Beauty and Health magazine, 1913 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lady at the Doctors I; Dame beim Arzt I, 1948 (oil on canvas)
1768132 Lady at the Doctors I; Dame beim Arzt I, 1948 (oil on canvas) by Kleinschmidt, Paul (1883-1949); 116.2x73 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady at the Doctors I; Dame beim Arzt I)

Adam, Modeled 1881, cast about 1924. Creator: Auguste Rodin
Adam, Modeled 1881, cast about 1924

Jupiter Rebuked by Venus, c. 1612 / 13. Creator: Abraham Janssens
Jupiter Rebuked by Venus, c. 1612/13

The Golden Age, 1875. Creator: Edward John Poynter
The Golden Age, 1875

The Roentgen (Rontgen) or X-rays. Discovered in 1895. Illustration representing
GIA4817412 The Roentgen (Rontgen) or X-rays. Discovered in 1895. Illustration representing the experiment. by Unknown Artist

Woman Wearing Bonnet, c. 1889 (oil on canvas)
1767661 Woman Wearing Bonnet, c.1889 (oil on canvas) by Cassatt, Mary Stevenson (1844-1926); 43.2x26 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman Wearing Bonnet. Mary Stevenson Cassatt (1844-1926)

Detail of Wellington and his officers from a Berlin gold-ground slender campana vase
1766863 Detail of Wellington and his officers from a Berlin gold-ground slender campana vase and plinth of Wellington service type, painted with a scene of the Battle of Vittoria

How to Become Strong (engraving)
3626545 How to Become Strong (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to Become Strong)

Comforting (engraving)
3640713 Comforting (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comforting. Illustration from Society Pictures by George du Maurier selected from Punch)

Schoolboys on playing fields (b / w photo)
3643431 Schoolboys on playing fields (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schoolboys on playing fields)

The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b / w photo)
6009886 The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Relaxation of the trunk sideways)

The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b / w photo)
6009881 The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bridge or bend the crab)

The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b / w photo)
6009908 The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Body Beautiful)

The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b / w photo)
6009892 The Body Beautiful, Physical Culture for Women (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Body Beautiful)

Illustration for The Male Body (b / w photo)
6001027 Illustration for The Male Body (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Male Body (Seen by the Camera Series)

Illustration for The Male Body (b / w photo)
6001021 Illustration for The Male Body (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Male Body (Seen by the Camera Series)

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"Unveiling the Power of Physique: A Glimpse into the Inter-war Period British Military Recruitment Poster" Step back in time to the inter-war period, where a captivating British military recruitment poster proudly showcased the epitome of physical strength and endurance. Drawing inspiration from renowned figures like Eugene Sandow, the Prussian strongman, this poster aimed to entice young men with its depiction of an ideal physique. Eugene Sandow himself was a symbol of power and masculinity during his time. In a classical ancient Greco-Roman pose captured in a black and white photograph from 1894, he exuded grace and strength simultaneously. His chiseled muscles were reminiscent of ancient Greek gods, inspiring awe among those who beheld him. But physique wasn't limited to just Sandow; it transcended boundaries and cultures. Ahmed Madrali's larger-than-life comic postcard depicted an enormous man frolicking with a woman in the sea during the 20th century. This playful representation highlighted how size could be celebrated humorously while still emphasizing physicality. Even Nikola Tesla recognized nature's role in shaping one's physique as evidenced by his portrait taken in 1892 against a backdrop of lush greenery. The Peking Observatory further emphasized this connection between human form and natural surroundings through Jean Baptiste du Haldes' illustration. Artistic interpretations also played their part in immortalizing physiques throughout history. Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece "The Union of Earth and Water (Antwerp and the Scheldt)" showcased muscular bodies intertwined harmoniously within its grandeur, proving that even centuries ago, society revered physical prowess. Science too had its say on physique; James Clerk Maxwell's theoretical work delved into understanding energy flow within our bodies - another testament to humanity's fascination with unlocking our physical potential. Not limited to mere admiration or artistic expression alone, sports became arenas for showcasing exceptional physiques.