The Half Has Never Been Told 

Mark Beck created this artwork, called "The Half Has Never Been Told" in the 20th century. The figure stands against a horizon, his hands clasped in what appears to be a gesture of prayer or supplication. The clasped hands, a motif found across cultures and epochs, immediately strike us. Consider its echo in Renaissance paintings, where saints often adopt a similar posture, conveying piety and reverence. Yet, here, the gesture carries a different weight. The clasped hands might speak not only of personal devotion but of collective hope, resilience, and quiet resistance. The intense gaze and somber expression evoke a sense of introspection. This image engages viewers on a deep, subconscious level. It stirs a potent mix of empathy, contemplation, and a profound sense of shared humanity. How this posture has appeared and reappeared throughout art history speaks to the subconscious power and cyclical progression of symbols, echoing through time, evolving, and taking on new resonance.