Sedentary Collection

Vietnamese Patriotic Poster - Sedentary Lifestyle not happy
Vietnamese Patriotic Poster - A Sedentary Lifestyle is not happy! Date: circa mid-1970s

Hand mill from the Cova de l Or (Beniarres, Alicante)
5974504 Hand mill from the Cova de l Or (Beniarres, Alicante). by Prehistoric; (add.info.: Hand mill from the Cova de l Or (Beniarres, Alicante). Made of sandstone, length of 50 cm); Index Fototeca

DDE-90038458
Pantanal, Brazil, Ringed Kingfisher, Ceryle torquata, perched on a watch point hunting for fish Date: 17/01/2011

Large Sedentary group 1; Grosse Sitzendengruppe 1, 1931 (oil on burlap)
824362 Large Sedentary group 1; Grosse Sitzendengruppe 1, 1931 (oil on burlap) by Schlemmer, Oskar (1888-1943); 146x98 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Manual and sedentary workers, 1942
Exercises for manual and sedentary war workers, 1942. Date: 1942

The Philosophers Game (litho)
3632214 The Philosophers Game (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Philosophers Game)

Chess and Tables (litho)
3632212 Chess and Tables (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chess and Tables. Illustration for The Sports)

Red ochre glass (painted with a red slip of iron oxide), with incised parallel lines that form geometric patterns. Its globular shaped, with a convex base and straight edge, smooth walls and handles

Intefs seated statue. Egypt
Intefs seated statue. Limestone. Wearing with a wig, long skirt and with abdominal folds with which scuptor shows Intefs high social status, associated to abundant food and sedentary lifestyle

Greyleg Goose (Anser anser) during winter, snowfall and in deep snow, Germany
Graylag Goose (Anser anser) during winter, snowfall and in deep snow, Germany. The Graylag Goose is originally a migratory bird

Acorn barnacles, SEM
Acorn barnacles. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of three acorn barnacles (Elminius modestus) attached to a rock

Central America, Latin America, Costa Rica, Golfo Dulce, Cana Blanca Wildlife Sanctuary. Hoffmans Two-Toed Sloth (Chloepus Hoffmani)

Small giant clam (Tridacna maxima). The small giant clam, also known as the maxima clam, is a species of clam found throughout the Indo-Pacific

Giant giant clam (Tridacna gigas). This is the largest living bivalve mollusc and can reach up to 1.2 metres in length and weigh more than 227 kilograms

Mother koala and young (Phascolarctos cinereus) eating leaves in a tree. The young koala (left) is called a joey. The koala is an arboreal (tree- living) marsupial

Remote controls

Sedentary Sports. Lawn tennis for middle aged people. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans

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"Sedentary: Exploring the Paradox of Stillness and Movement" In a Vietnamese Patriotic Poster, the message is clear - a sedentary lifestyle does not bring happiness. It serves as a reminder that staying active and engaged in life is essential for our well-being. The hand mill from Cova de l Or in Beniarres, Alicante tells a story of manual labor and sedentary work. It symbolizes the toil and dedication required by those who engage in such tasks, highlighting both the physical demands and mental focus needed to accomplish them. A large sedentary group depicted in an oil painting from 1931 captures the essence of stillness. The figures seated on burlap exude tranquility but also raise questions about their purpose or lack thereof. Are they content with their stationary existence? During World War II, manual and sedentary workers played crucial roles in supporting their nations' efforts. A photograph from 1942 showcases these individuals contributing behind-the-scenes, reminding us that even seemingly inactive jobs can have significant impact. "The Philosophers Game" lithograph invites contemplation on the nature of thought itself - an activity often associated with stillness rather than movement. Chess and Tables lithographs further explore this theme, illustrating how strategic thinking can be pursued while sitting down. Red ochre glass painted with iron oxide reveals parallel lines etched into its surface - evidence of human creativity within moments of repose. This artwork reminds us that even during periods of rest or idleness, we find ways to express ourselves artistically. An ancient Egyptian statue depicts Intefs seated majestically - a testament to power consolidated through immobility. This sculpture highlights how being seated can convey authority, stability, and control over one's surroundings. Amidst winter snowfall in Germany, greyleg geese demonstrate resilience despite challenging conditions. Their ability to adapt while remaining rooted suggests that sometimes, being they are be a source of strength and survival.