Croquis de main droite et de main gauche 

Narcisse-Virgilio Diaz sketched these hands in pencil. The index finger extended, a universal symbol for direction and guidance, strikes a chord deep within our collective consciousness. Think back to the ancient world, where gods and prophets pointed towards destiny, guiding humanity. This gesture echoes in Renaissance paintings, where saints direct our gaze to divine truths. The hand, an instrument of creation and expression, becomes a potent symbol of power, influence, and authority. The pointing finger resurfaces throughout history, from revolutionary posters urging action to courtroom dramas accusing guilt. Its meaning evolves, shifting from divine guidance to human command, yet its underlying power remains. It is the enduring human need for direction, purpose, and the emotional intensity of accusation and blame. Observe how Diaz captures the tension in the pointing hand, the subtle curve of the fingers conveying strength and determination. This gesture transcends time, forever ingrained in our cultural memory, perpetually evolving yet eternally resonant.