Wrist Collection

Rolex wrist watch advertisement, 1931
Advertisement for iconic watch brand Rolex, the worlds most accurate wrist watch. Date: 1931

Rolex precision watches 1937
A selection of womens wristwatches for Rolex, Oyster watch that is waterproof, dustproof, anti magnetic and unbreakable glass. Products for Army & Navy catalogue. Date: 1937

Rolex wrist watches advertisement

Broken wrist bone, X-ray C017 / 7187
Broken wrist bone. X-ray of the hand of a 12 year old male with a fractured trapezium bone. The trapezium is the leftmost bone in the group of bones at the base of the bad

Advert for The Rolex Oyster waterproof wrist watch 1930
Jabez Wolffe timing Miss Micky West for forth-coming attempt on Channel records. The most accurate wrist watch in the World made waterproof. Date: 1930

Joint pain, conceptual artwork

Body pain, artwork
Body pain. Computer artwork showing pain (represented by the red areas) in six different body areas. From top left to lower right, the body areas are: the neck, ankle, head, knee, lower back and wrist

Diagrams of the bones of hand and arm
Diagrams of the bones of the left arm and hand, showing the position of the radius and ulna when the thumb is turned inwards. The shoulder blade and part of the collar bone can also be seen

Stamp Machine 1960S
A young woman puts a penny (1d) in the slot of a stamp machine, which will dispense a second class book of stamps. First class stamps are 3d (thruppence) per book

Pocket watches and wristwatches 1929
A selection of pocket watches that register the minutes, seconds and fifth of seconds and a golfers pocket watch that has pure white metal case and also ladies wristwatches with lever moverment

Advert for Dickins & Jones lace items 1912
Selection of danity lace items for Christmas gifts for women. 1912

Advert for Terrys exerciser for men 1939
Christmas gift ideas from Herbert Terry exercisers, including steelstrand expander, golfer pocket wrist exerciser, spring grip dumbbells

Hand
Antique illustration of a human hand with tendons

Advert for Asprey mens leather wrist watches 1938
Aspreys stock of mens watches is representative of finest work of the recognised leaders in the craft of watchmaking. Date: 1938

Expanding gold bracelet wristwatches 1929
Ladies gold expanding bracelet wristwatches, lever movement, with square and rectangle faces, products for Harrods catalogue jewellery department. Date: 1929

Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove, fashionable dresses 1933
Two models wearing spring frocks; (left) Beautiful race gown in white organdie and net over crepe-de-chime, detachable frilled cape

Advert for Bensons luminous wrist watch 1915
Bensons active service wristlet watch, fully luminous figures and hands and self closing cover. Date: 1915

Healthy hand. Hand of a human arm that is bent at the wrist

Hand anatomy, 19th Century illustration. Historical hand coloured lithographic print showing the muscles (brown), tendons (white) and blood vessels (red and blue) of the human hand

Advertisement for the London Glove Company of Cheapside and New Bond Street, showing a selection of womens gloves including long white evening gloves

Warrior or actor with long hair and bracelets around wrist and ankles, full-length, seen from behind, holding a sword. Date between 1750 and 1850

Bones of the carpus, metacarpus and fingers in the human hand. Copperplate engraving by Edward Mitchell after an
FLO4565722 Bones of the carpus, metacarpus and fingers in the human hand. Copperplate engraving by Edward Mitchell after an anatomical illustration from John Barclay's A Series of Engravings of

Eastern European handcuffs
5614377 Eastern European handcuffs; (add.info.: Eastern European handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Mexican handcuffs
5614376 Mexican handcuffs; (add.info.: Mexican handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

A pair of Snap handcuffs
5614373 A pair of Snap handcuffs; (add.info.: A pair of Snap handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Twister handcuffs
5614375 Twister handcuffs; (add.info.: Twister handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Nippers handcuffs
5614374 Nippers handcuffs; (add.info.: Nippers handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Illustration of dorsal wrist Ganglion cyst
Detail, Anatomy, Diagram, Pain, Illustration, Bone, Injury, Medical, Biology, Wrist, See Through, Cut Out, White Background, Vertical, Artwork, Color Image, Close Up, Healthcare And Medicine

Madama Soffritti weightlifter
Madama Soffritti pictured with weights and bar bells. Wearing Roman sandals, leather wrist guards, a silk knickerbocker costume, necklace and ear-rings. Date: circa 1905

Joint pain, conceptual artwork
Joint pain, conceptual computer artwork

Hand bones with injury and finger pointing to wrist
Detail, Hand, Anatomy, Diagram, Pain, Illustration, Bone, Injury, Medical, Pointing, Biology, Wrist, Touching, Pressing, See Through, Cut Out, White Background, Vertical, Artwork, Color Image

Hand bones with injury
Detail, Hand, Anatomy, Diagram, Illustration, Bone, Injury, Medical, Biology, Wrist, See Through, Cut Out, White Background, Vertical, Artwork, Color Image, Close Up, Healthcare And Medicine

Advertisement for Le Roy et Fils, of New Bond Street, London, originators of the bracelet watch with various examples illustrating their stock. Date: 1890

Human skeleton, hand and wrist bones, close up, view from above

A reveller with a red scarf tied to her wrist holds a drink during the start of the San Fermin Festival in Pamplona, Spain, July 6, 2015

The Curtain Illustration
An illustration in reference to a poem, written by Australian poet, Zora Bernice May Cross, showing a woman in a blue dress, hiding behind a stage curtain

Hardy Bros Advertisement
An advertisement for Hardy Bros Ltd, Sydney based jewellers and silversmiths, with a decorative red border, promoting gem set watches, including an octagonal wrist watch in platinum

Advert for Asprey of Bond Street, showcasing new watch designs by Patek Philippe. Date: 1939

Peter Thorneycroft, British Conservative politician
George Edward Peter Thorneycroft, Baron Thorneycroft (1909-1994), British Conservative politician, Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1957 to 1958

Captured Republican Troops near Bilbao; Spanish Civil War, 1
Photograph showing a group of captured Nationalist troops, wearing dark berets, roped together at the wrist being, interrogated by a Nationalist officer, near Bilbao, 1936

Migratory boys come to the clinic for attention, FSA camp at Farmersville, Tulare County, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Farm Security Administration (FSA) camp at Farmersville, Tulare County, for migratory agricultural laborers. Migratory boys come to the clinic for attention of the resident nurse of the Agricultural

Love-on-the-Wrist (Donum Amoris. ) illustration from The Bogus Book of Botany by John Weir, 1930-48 (ink on paper)
HIG294456 Love-on-the-Wrist (Donum Amoris.) illustration from The Bogus Book of Botany by John Weir, 1930-48 (ink on paper) by Weir, John (1907-1951); Private Collection

Cast of a female left hand (plaster)
LMG440240 Cast of a female left hand (plaster) by Crook, Thomas Mewburn (1869-1949); 24x7.5x13 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; Leeds Museums and Galleries, UK

Paul Casey Holds His Wrist Royal Lytham & St.Annes The Open Championship 2012, Royal Lytham & St.Annes Lytham & St.Annes, Lancashire, England 20 July 2012 Date: 20 July 2012

Left Forearm and Hand, n. d. Creator: Elizabeth Murray
Left Forearm and Hand, n.d

Ligaments of the human body (engraving)
5216894 Ligaments of the human body (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ligaments of the human body)

Gustave Dores Don Quixote: "He had inevitably fallen to the ground, had not his wrist been securely fastened to
6008367 Gustave Dores Don Quixote: " He had inevitably fallen to the ground, had not his wrist been securely fastened to the rope" (engraving) by Dore

Taking the pulse at the wrist (engraving)
3097137 Taking the pulse at the wrist (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taking the pulse at the wrist)

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"The Evolution of the Wrist: From Rolex Precision Watches to Hand Health" In 1937, Rolex introduced their precision watches, revolutionizing wrist timekeeping. A vintage advertisement from 1931 showcases the elegance and sophistication of a Rolex wristwatch. An X-ray image reveals a broken wrist bone (C017 / 7187), highlighting the importance of protecting our wrists. Another captivating advertisement for Rolex wristwatches captures attention with its timeless design and functionality. The groundbreaking advert for the waterproof Rolex Oyster wristwatch in 1930 showcased its durability and reliability. Conceptual artwork portrays joint pain, reminding us to take care of our wrists and seek relief when needed. Artwork depicting body pain serves as a reminder that even small discomforts in our they can impact daily life significantly. Detailed diagrams illustrating the bones of hand and arm emphasize the complexity and fragility of this vital joint area. Stamp machines from the 1960s marked an era where people transitioned from pocket watches to convenient wristwatches on their wrists. A nostalgic advert for Terry's exerciser for men in 1939 highlights how individuals sought ways to strengthen their hands and wrists during that time. Whether it's appreciating iconic watch designs or understanding hand health, we must recognize the significance of our wrists – both as functional joints and fashion statements throughout history.