Sex Hand Collection

Paris fashions, reign of Louis XVI, 1777 (engraving)
FLO4974715 Paris fashions, reign of Louis XVI, 1777 (engraving); (add.info.: Paris fashions, reign of Louis XVI, 1777. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after Moreau the younger)

Cinderella: The young Cinderella came to attend the ball thanks to her godmother fee meets the prince who kisses her
XEE4143309 Cinderella: The young Cinderella came to attend the ball thanks to her godmother fee meets the prince who kisses her hand c.1910 (lithograph) by Dulac

Scene of the history of France in toys: Court of Versailles under Louis XV
XEE4172464 Scene of the history of France in toys: Court of Versailles under Louis XV. Woman of the French nobility followed by her negrion received a kiss from the King of France Louis XV (1710-1774)

Letter U Urbanite - Ut Uniform Urn One, c.1890 (engraving)
DUV4212096 Letter U Urbanite - Ut Uniform Urn One, c.1890 (engraving) by Gray, Henri (Boulanger) (1858-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter U Urbanite - Ut Uniform Urn One)

The coronation of Ines de Castro (1320-1355), in 1361. Also called the dead queen
LSE4313498 The coronation of Ines de Castro (1320-1355), in 1361. Also called the dead queen, for she was crowned Queen of Portugal after her death, by Peter I of Portugal (1320-1367)

Mademoiselle Delou, Monsieur Philippe and Monsieur de Texier A gentleman pays tribute to a young pianist
JLJ4647825 Mademoiselle Delou, Monsieur Philippe and Monsieur de Texier A gentleman pays tribute to a young pianist. Watercolour by Louis Carrogis, dit Carmontelle (1717-1806) 18th century Paris

Centaur during wedding of Pelops and Hippodamia (fresco, 1st century AD)
LRI4642346 Centaur during wedding of Pelops and Hippodamia (fresco, 1st century AD) by Roman, (1st century AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

Risorgimento: Pope Pius IX (Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti became Pius IX or Pio IX)
XEE4178757 Risorgimento: Pope Pius IX (Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti became Pius IX or Pio IX, 1792-1878) visiting Garibaldian prisoners at the Castle of Saint Angelo (Sant Angelo) in Rome

Tenth day, ninth news: the day of messer Torello. Painted box illustrating the "Decameron"by Giovanni
LRI4666171 Tenth day, ninth news: the day of messer Torello. Painted box illustrating the " Decameron" by Giovanni Boccaccio (Jean Boccaccio) (1313-1375). 15th century

French galantry in the 18th century: a young man kisses a womans hand in a wheelchair
XEE4137195 French galantry in the 18th century: a young man kisses a womans hand in a wheelchair. in " France, his story told by G. Montorgueil, imageed by Job" 1896. Private collection

Portrait of Marie Therese Louise de Savoie Carignan, Princess of Lamballe (1749-1792)
XEE4167139 Portrait of Marie Therese Louise de Savoie Carignan, Princess of Lamballe (1749-1792)" in " Les femmes illustres de la France" by Countess DROHOJOWSKA

Poster "Le theatre aux armees de la Republique"19th century Paris. Decorative Arts
JLJ4616349 Poster " Le theatre aux armees de la Republique" 19th century Paris. Decorative Arts by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Saint Preux and Claire at the harpsichord in "Julie ou la nouvelle Heloise"by the Swiss philosopher Jean
XEE4157565 Saint Preux and Claire at the harpsichord in " Julie ou la nouvelle Heloise" by the Swiss philosopher Jean Jacques (Jean-Jacques) Rousseau (1712-1778)

The falcon. Illustration of a fable by Jean de La Fontaine. Painting by Pierre Subleyras (1699 - 1749), 18th century
JLJ4598493 The falcon. Illustration of a fable by Jean de La Fontaine. Painting by Pierre Subleyras (1699 - 1749), 18th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0.34 X 0.28m

Cover of "L Indiscret", number 1, Satirique en N & B, 1904_5_4: England Great Britain, Morocco - Marianne
ICA4943528 Cover of " L Indiscret", number 1, Satirique en N & B, 1904_5_4: England Great Britain, Morocco - Marianne, Delcasse Theophile (1852-1923) by Radiguet

A village nightlife: a family of peasants in a barn. Engraving of the 19th century. Paris, B. N
JLJ4682445 A village nightlife: a family of peasants in a barn. Engraving of the 19th century. Paris, B.N. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Belle epoque: "Hand sex": a man greeting a woman at a reception
JLJ4679935 Belle epoque: " Hand sex" : a man greeting a woman at a reception. Illustration of Jeanniot for " Le Figaro illustrious" Start of the 20th century Paris

Illustration for Le Seducteur par Gyp, 1890 (engraving)
XEE4136881 Illustration for Le Seducteur par Gyp, 1890 (engraving) by Mirabeau, Sibylle-Gabrielle de Riquetti de (Gyp) (1850-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

Return of Pope Pius IX (1792-1878) to Rome. Engraving in "The Illustrous World"
XEE4137173 Return of Pope Pius IX (1792-1878) to Rome. Engraving in " The Illustrous World" nA'65 of 26 June 1858

Institution of the Order of the Holy Spirit (Order of the Holy Spirit
JLJ4568163 Institution of the Order of the Holy Spirit (Order of the Holy Spirit) by Henry III Painting by Louis Michel van Loo (1707-1771). 18th century

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"Captivating Moments of Reverence: A Glimpse into the 'Sex Hand' Phenomenon" Throughout history, there have been intriguing instances where the act of kissing or paying tribute to a hand has held significant meaning. One such occasion was the coronation of Ines de Castro in 1361, known as the dead queen, when Peter I of Portugal compelled esteemed men to kiss her hand, symbolizing their loyalty and respect. In the opulent courts of the 17th century, even hairdressing sessions became opportunities for grand gestures. As depicted in "A woman of quality in the past century" from 1778, a lady receives delicate attention while her courtly companions pay homage by gently kissing her hand. The elegance and chivalry associated with this gesture transcended time and place. In an enchanting watercolor by Louis Carrogis from 18th-century Paris titled "Mademoiselle Delou, " Monsieur Philippe and Monsieur de Texier express their admiration for a young pianist through a tender kiss on her hand. Not limited to human interactions alone, ancient frescoes reveal that even mythical creatures partook in this tradition. During Pelops and Hippodamia's wedding in ancient Greece (1st century AD), a centaur gracefully kisses Hippodamia's hand amidst joyous celebrations. Moving forward to more recent times, we witness Pope Pius IX visiting Garibaldian prisoners at Rome's Castle of Saint Angelo in 1867. This powerful encounter captured within "The Illustrous Universe" showcases how profound reverence can be expressed through clasping hands between two individuals. Artistic depictions also shed light on literary works like Giovanni Boccaccio's "Decameron. " A painted box illustrating one tale portrays messer Torello receiving honor on his special day as others respectfully bow down to touch his outstretched hand.