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Grin Collection (#3)

"Grin: A Universal Expression of Joy and Mischief" In the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland, Alice encounters the mischievous Cheshire Cat with its enigmatic grin

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of a young man (Painting, 1511)

Portrait of a young man (Painting, 1511)
LRI4574561 Portrait of a young man (Painting, 1511) by Schaufelein, Hans Leonard (c.1480-c.1539); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Background imageGrin Collection: Illustration for Paul Scarrons comic novel (engraving)

Illustration for Paul Scarrons comic novel (engraving)
PCT4280289 Illustration for Paul Scarrons comic novel (engraving) by Zier, Edouard Francois (1856-1924); (add.info.: Illustration of Edouard Francois ZIER (1856-1924)

Background imageGrin Collection: I ll never do it again (coloured photo)

I ll never do it again (coloured photo)
3642828 I ll never do it again (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I ll never do it again. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageGrin Collection: Brawl between musicians (oil on canvas, 17th century)

Brawl between musicians (oil on canvas, 17th century)
LRI4662480 Brawl between musicians (oil on canvas, 17th century) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tours

Background imageGrin Collection: The High Bailiff gargoyle (photo)

The High Bailiff gargoyle (photo)
7268864 The High Bailiff gargoyle (photo) by English School, (15th century); (add.info.: St Peters C of E Church, Winchcombe, near Cheltenham (1453)

Background imageGrin Collection: Ricotta Eaters, Painting by Vincenzo Campi (1536-1591). Photography, KIM Youngtae, Lyon

Ricotta Eaters, Painting by Vincenzo Campi (1536-1591). Photography, KIM Youngtae, Lyon, Musee des Beaux Arts de Lyon
YOU4419424 Ricotta Eaters, Painting by Vincenzo Campi (1536-1591). Photography, KIM Youngtae, Lyon, Musee des Beaux Arts de Lyon

Background imageGrin Collection: The letter of Manon Miniature on ivory by Hortense Richard (1860-after 1939) 19th century Sun

The letter of Manon Miniature on ivory by Hortense Richard (1860-after 1939) 19th century Sun. 0, 13x0, 1 m
JLJ4572050 The letter of Manon Miniature on ivory by Hortense Richard (1860-after 1939) 19th century Sun. 0, 13x0, 1 m by Richard, Hortense (1860-after1939); Louvre, Paris

Background imageGrin Collection: Young girl with a spy smile Painting by Santo Panario (1786-1871) 19th century Genes

Young girl with a spy smile Painting by Santo Panario (1786-1871) 19th century Genes, Galleria d arte moderna
LRI4700091 Young girl with a spy smile Painting by Santo Panario (1786-1871) 19th century Genes, Galleria d arte moderna by Panario, Santo (1786-1871); Galleria d Arte Moderna, Musei Nervi, Genoa

Background imageGrin Collection: The fishmonger. Painting by Gerrit Zegelaar (1719-1794), oil on wood, mid-18th century

The fishmonger. Painting by Gerrit Zegelaar (1719-1794), oil on wood, mid-18th century. Museum of Fine Arts in Angers
LSE4313026 The fishmonger. Painting by Gerrit Zegelaar (1719-1794), oil on wood, mid-18th century. Museum of Fine Arts in Angers

Background imageGrin Collection: Study of a smiling girl (drawing)

Study of a smiling girl (drawing)
JEB4868833 Study of a smiling girl (drawing) by Torrents y de Amat, Stanislas (1839-1916); 52x44 cm; Palais de Longchamp, Marseille, France; © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2022

Background imageGrin Collection: Head of Moroccan Portrait of man with pierced ears and red hat, with a flower in the ear

Head of Moroccan Portrait of man with pierced ears and red hat, with a flower in the ear
JEB4864545 Head of Moroccan Portrait of man with pierced ears and red hat, with a flower in the ear and a tattoo on the temple 1892 (painting) by Silbert

Background imageGrin Collection: A school class. Painting by Danwon (Kim Hongdo) (1745-1806), ink on paper, Coreen art

A school class. Painting by Danwon (Kim Hongdo) (1745-1806), ink on paper, Coreen art
LSE4316395 A school class. Painting by Danwon (Kim Hongdo) (1745-1806), ink on paper, Coreen art, period Joseon (Choson) 18th century. National Museum of Korea, Seoul (South Korea)

Background imageGrin Collection: Cover of Puck Magazine, c. 1910 (colour litho)

Cover of Puck Magazine, c. 1910 (colour litho)
473193 Cover of Puck Magazine, c.1910 (colour litho) by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Puck was Americas first successful humor magazine of colorful cartoons)

Background imageGrin Collection: Profile of mans mask from the Tophet of Mozia. 6th century BC (terracotta)

Profile of mans mask from the Tophet of Mozia. 6th century BC (terracotta)
LRI4641039 Profile of mans mask from the Tophet of Mozia. 6th century BC (terracotta) by Carthaginian (7th-3rd century BC); Musee du Bardo, Tunis

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of a Lady - Painting, 16th century

Portrait of a Lady - Painting, 16th century
LRI4353516 Portrait of a Lady - Painting, 16th century by Wael, Lucas de (1591-1661); Galleria dell Accademia, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageGrin Collection: The singer Yvette Guilbert (1867-1944) in 'Linger, Longer, Loo '

The singer Yvette Guilbert (1867-1944) in "Linger, Longer, Loo "
PCT4284346 The singer Yvette Guilbert (1867-1944) in " Linger, Longer, Loo " : drawing by Henri de Toulouse Lautrec (Toulouse-Lautrec)

Background imageGrin Collection: 13131632

13131632
DOG. Golden Retriever, sitting head & shoulders wearing a pink cowboy hat Date: 18-03-2019

Background imageGrin Collection: 13131631

13131631
DOG. Golden Retriever, sitting head & shoulders wearing a flat cap Date: 18-03-2019

Background imageGrin Collection: 13131622

13131622
DOG. Golden Retriever, sitting head & shoulders, face, expression, studio, white background Date: 18-03-2019

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of Count Franz Anton von Nostitz-Rieneck (1725-1794

Portrait of Count Franz Anton von Nostitz-Rieneck (1725-1794
LRI4673184 Portrait of Count Franz Anton von Nostitz-Rieneck (1725-1794) founder of the State Theatre of Prague in 1783 (Portrait of aristocrat Frantisek Antonin Count Nostitz Rieneck who built)

Background imageGrin Collection: The prodigal son or 'allegory of the five senses'

The prodigal son or "allegory of the five senses"
LSE4316066 The prodigal son or " allegory of the five senses". Painting by Johannes Baeck (ca. 1600-1654), oil on canvas, 1637. Flemish art, 17th century. Dim. 122, 5 x 184 cm

Background imageGrin Collection: Femme Okanda has her toilet, drawing by D. Maillard, to illustrate the story of a trip to

Femme Okanda has her toilet, drawing by D. Maillard, to illustrate the story of a trip to
LSE4331268 Femme Okanda has her toilet, drawing by D.Maillard, to illustrate the story of a trip to Gabon and the Ogoue River, in 1875-1877, by Alfred Marche

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of Francesco Durante (1684-1755), organist and master of the Neapolitan chapel

Portrait of Francesco Durante (1684-1755), organist and master of the Neapolitan chapel
LRI4627106 Portrait of Francesco Durante (1684-1755), organist and master of the Neapolitan chapel Anonymous painting. 18th century Bologna, Civico Museo Bibliografico Musicale by Unknown artist

Background imageGrin Collection: History of France in the Middle Ages (Middle Ages): the inhabitants of Dinant made a

History of France in the Middle Ages (Middle Ages): the inhabitants of Dinant made a
JLJ4619622 History of France in the Middle Ages (Middle Ages): the inhabitants of Dinant made a scarecrow with the arms of the Count of Charolais (then Charles Le Temeraire)

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of Madeleine Bernard (1871-1895) - Painting by Paul Gauguin (1848-1903)

Portrait of Madeleine Bernard (1871-1895) - Painting by Paul Gauguin (1848-1903)
LRI4353900 Portrait of Madeleine Bernard (1871-1895) - Painting by Paul Gauguin (1848-1903), oil on canvas, 72x58 cm, 1888

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of Saverio Mattei, Neapolitan lawyer and man of letters. 18th century (painting)

Portrait of Saverio Mattei, Neapolitan lawyer and man of letters. 18th century (painting)
LRI4637119 Portrait of Saverio Mattei, Neapolitan lawyer and man of letters. 18th century (painting) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Conservatorio di Musica, San Pietro a Maiella, Naples

Background imageGrin Collection: Ricotta Eaters Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle

Ricotta Eaters Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle
JLJ4602284 Ricotta Eaters Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle. Painting by Vincenzo Campi (1536-1591), 16th century Sun

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of Madame Buchon (oil on canvas, 1864)

Portrait of Madame Buchon (oil on canvas, 1864)
LRI4604484 Portrait of Madame Buchon (oil on canvas, 1864) by Courbet, Gustave (1819-77); Collection Alfred Daber, Paris, France; (add.info)

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of the sister of the painter reading Pastel painting by Umberto Boccioni

Portrait of the sister of the painter reading Pastel painting by Umberto Boccioni
LRI4662988 Portrait of the sister of the painter reading Pastel painting by Umberto Boccioni (1882-1916) 1908 Sun. 54x58 cm Venice, Galleria d Arte Moderna by Boccioni

Background imageGrin Collection: Cover of 'Le Don Quixote', number 45, Satirique en Colours

Cover of "Le Don Quixote", number 45, Satirique en Colours
ICA4925306 Cover of " Le Don Quixote", number 45, Satirique en Colours, 1875_5_1: More perky than ever - Republican, Ordre Moral

Background imageGrin Collection: Two little girls, june 1890 (oil on canvas)

Two little girls, june 1890 (oil on canvas)
LRI4651716 Two little girls, june 1890 (oil on canvas) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Deux filles)

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of Alphonsine Fournaise - oil on canvas, 1879

Portrait of Alphonsine Fournaise - oil on canvas, 1879
LRI4574268 Portrait of Alphonsine Fournaise - oil on canvas, 1879 by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); Musee d Orsay, Paris

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of Marie Serre, mother of the artist Painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659-1743

Portrait of Marie Serre, mother of the artist Painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659-1743
JLJ4573213 Portrait of Marie Serre, mother of the artist Painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659-1743) 1695 Sun. 0, 79x0, 61 m Taon, castle Fontaine Henry

Background imageGrin Collection: The first steps of a child Painting by Gaetano Chierici (1838-1920

The first steps of a child Painting by Gaetano Chierici (1838-1920
LRI4694882 The first steps of a child Painting by Gaetano Chierici (1838-1920) 1865 Dim 70x100 cm Genes, Galleria d Arte Moderna, inv 49 by Chierici, Gaetano (1838-1920); Galleria d Arte Moderna

Background imageGrin Collection: Portrait of a smiley little boy, wearing a sailor smock Painting by Tullio Salvatore

Portrait of a smiley little boy, wearing a sailor smock Painting by Tullio Salvatore
LRI4694051 Portrait of a smiley little boy, wearing a sailor smock Painting by Tullio Salvatore Quinzio (1858-1918) Dim 80x100 cm Genes, Galleria d Arte Moderna, inv 1383 by Quinzio

Background imageGrin Collection: Flower Easter Feasts (Flowered easter) Painting by Jan Havickszoon Steen (1625 / 6-1679

Flower Easter Feasts (Flowered easter) Painting by Jan Havickszoon Steen (1625 / 6-1679
LRI4693577 Flower Easter Feasts (Flowered easter) Painting by Jan Havickszoon Steen (1625/6-1679) 17th century Dim 80x65 cm Genes, Musei di Strada Nuova (ex Palazzo Bianco) by Steen, Jan Havicksz

Background imageGrin Collection: La Cantoria (Bas relief marble, 15th century)

La Cantoria (Bas relief marble, 15th century)
LRI4622855 La Cantoria (Bas relief marble, 15th century) by Della Robbia, Luca (1400-82); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageGrin Collection: The Interior of an Inn (The Broken Eggs) by Jan Steen (1625 / 6-1679)

The Interior of an Inn (The Broken Eggs) by Jan Steen (1625 / 6-1679)
LRI4622476 The Interior of an Inn (The Broken Eggs) by Jan Steen (1625/6-1679). With self portrait, 1665-1670 (Oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz

Background imageGrin Collection: Letter U Factory. Engraving in 'ABC des joux pour petits boys'

Letter U Factory. Engraving in "ABC des joux pour petits boys"
DUV4208496 Letter U Factory. Engraving in " ABC des joux pour petits boys". Imaging of Pont-a-Mousson, Louis Vagne, printer-publisher, late 19th century

Background imageGrin Collection: Letter H rattle. Engraving in 'ABC des joux pour petits boys'

Letter H rattle. Engraving in "ABC des joux pour petits boys"
DUV4208423 Letter H rattle. Engraving in " ABC des joux pour petits boys". Imaging of Pont-a-Mousson, Louis Vagne, printer-publisher, late 19th century

Background imageGrin Collection: Democrite (460-370 BC). and the Abderitans. (Letter from Hippocrates

Democrite (460-370 BC). and the Abderitans. (Letter from Hippocrates
DUV4214593 Democrite (460-370 BC). and the Abderitans. (Letter from Hippocrates) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Background imageGrin Collection: A Zulu boy, a gentle smile (coloured photo)

A Zulu boy, a gentle smile (coloured photo)
3643217 A Zulu boy, a gentle smile (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Zulu boy, a gentle smile)

Background imageGrin Collection: Cartoon girl and a joke about smiling (colour litho)

Cartoon girl and a joke about smiling (colour litho)
5999902 Cartoon girl and a joke about smiling (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartoon girl and a joke about smiling)

Background imageGrin Collection: Wings Aloft, front cover of the DuPont Magazine, May 1934 (litho)

Wings Aloft, front cover of the DuPont Magazine, May 1934 (litho)
615346 Wings Aloft, front cover of the DuPont Magazine, May 1934 (litho) by American School, (20th century); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware, USA; eHagley Museum and Library; American



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"Grin: A Universal Expression of Joy and Mischief" In the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland, Alice encounters the mischievous Cheshire Cat with its enigmatic grin. This iconic illustration by Lewis Carroll captures the essence of a smile that holds secrets untold. Traveling to Central America, specifically Costa Rica, one can witness locals adorned with radiant grins as they embrace life's simple pleasures. Their warm smiles reflect a culture known for its happiness and contentment. The concept of a grin transcends time and space. From Death personified on a Tarot card to Josephine Baker captivating audiences at Folie Bergere in 1925-1926, these diverse representations remind us that even in moments of darkness or performance, a playful smirk can bring lightness to any situation. Shirley Temple's infectious grin stole hearts worldwide as she starred in Captain January. Her youthful exuberance reminded us all that joy knows no bounds when expressed through an innocent smile. Sports too have their own version of grinning triumphs. George Studdy's illustration depicts hard lines etched on players' faces during intense court battles; yet amidst fierce competition, there is always room for sportsmanship and shared laughter. A woman engrossed in reading finds solace within the pages while wearing her gentlest smile—a reminder that knowledge brings both enlightenment and delight. Even during times of war, humor prevails. The cheeky Australian soldier depicted in WW1 caricatures reminds us how laughter becomes an armor against adversity—keeping spirits high amidst chaos. In challenging times like World War II, Christmas cards featuring brave soldiers proclaim "We'll Grin And Bear It. " These messages serve as reminders to find strength through unity and maintain optimism despite hardships faced together. Mexico's rich cultural heritage showcases Calavera de la Dandy—a skull donning extravagant attire—an embodiment of elegance even beyond death itself. Its sly grin hints at the eternal celebration of life.